Parts assistant in Preston

Parts & Operations Assistant Preston | Temporary to Permanent Are you looking for a varied role where you'll be hands-on with products whilst also supporting day-to-day operations and administration? Our client, a well-established Preston-based business, is seeking a reliable and proactive Parts & Operations Assistant to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis. This is a practical role suited to someone who enjoys working with components and products, maintaining stock accuracy, preparing items for sale, and supporting operational processes. You'll spend time both in the warehouse/workshop environment and the office, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who likes variety in their working day. The Role Working as part of a small, supportive team, you'll be involved in the refurbishment, preparation, storage and sale of parts, whilst also assisting with administration, shipping documentation and supplier coordination. Key Responsibilities Refurbishing and preparing parts for resale Inspecting, cleaning and processing components Picking, packing and dispatching customer orders Creating and maintaining online product listings, including eBay Managing stock records and inventory levels Ordering parts and materials from suppliers Assisting with goods inwards and goods outwards processes Supporting import/export and shipping administration Processing documentation and updating internal systems Handling customer and supplier enquiries via phone and email Using SAP ERP software (full training provided) Supporting general operational activities across the business What We're Looking For Experience within a manufacturing, warehouse, engineering, production or operations environment Comfortable carrying out both practical and administrative tasks Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Ability to prioritise workload and work independently Experience with stock control, parts handling or online sales platforms would be advantageous Positive, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn Full UK driving licence What's On Offer? ✅ Temporary to permanent opportunity ✅ Full training provided ✅ Varied role combining warehouse, operations and office-based duties ✅ Friendly and supportive team environment ✅ Opportunity to develop skills across logistics, inventory, sales and operations If you're looking for a role where you can get involved with products, stock, dispatch and business operations whilst also using your administrative skills, we'd love to hear from you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website