Simmal Ltd is a family-run aluminium and engineering materials stockholding and manufacturing business based in Preston. We supply products to manufacturing companies across the UK and Europe.
We are looking to recruit a Warehouse Operative to join our team.
Why join Simmal Ltd?
You will be joining a well-established, family-run business where reliability, teamwork and a strong work ethic are valued. We provide full training and support to help you settle into the role and develop your skills. We also take pride in long employee service, actively supporting internal progression for the right people, where opportunities arise.
Key Responsibilities:
- Unloading supplier delivery vehicles
- Putting stock away in designated warehouse locations
- Processing materials using machinery (e.g. saws, guillotine, milling machines etc.)
- Cleaning, inspecting and packing products
- Picking and packing customer orders
- Loading company and customer vehicles
- Maintaining a safe, clean and tidy working environment
- Occasional driving of a 3.5T LGV flatbed (van-style) vehicle
The role involves a mix of forklift operation, use of lifting equipment, and regular manual handling as part of day-to-day warehouse activities.
Requirements:
- Polite and professional attitude
- Reliable and punctual
- Strong focus on customer satisfaction
- Good time management skills
- Full, clean driving licence
Previous warehouse experience is not essential, as full training will be provided, although it would be an advantage.
Qualifications:
- GCSE grades 9-3 (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
Desirable (but not essential):
- Counterbalance and reach forklift truck experience
Additional Benefits
- Company Sick Pay
- 25 days paid annual leave per year (+ usual UK public holidays)
- Workplace pension with employer contributions
- Free health and wellbeing resources via online platform
- Free 24/7 confidential in-the-moment support and counselling
- Free structured counselling sessions with experienced UK counsellors
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £508.40 per week
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
