Drew Forsyth & Co is a family-owned manufacturer of bespoke furniture, including luxury kitchens, bedrooms, cinema rooms and home offices.
We have supplied furniture throughout the UK for nearly 60 years. As the company continues to grow, we are looking for a reliable and organised Goods In / Goods Out Operative to join our production team.
This is an important role within our factory, making sure materials and deliveries are received, checked, stored and dispatched accurately and efficiently.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in keeping things organised, has excellent attention to detail and can communicate effectively with colleagues across the business.
This role would suit someone with previous warehouse, stores, dispatch, FLT Driver or goods handling experience who is looking for a stable, long-term position within a growing manufacturing business.
What you will be doing
- Receiving incoming deliveries and checking goods against delivery notes and checklists.
- Inspecting materials and products for damage, shortages or discrepancies.
- Making sure all incoming goods are accurately recorded and stored in the correct locations.
- Preparing finished furniture and other products for dispatch.
- Checking outgoing orders against paperwork and checklists to ensure everything is correct before leaving the factory.
- Safely loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
- Operating a forklift truck to move and store materials and products.
- Handling and moving furniture, components and materials safely.
- Keeping goods in, goods out and storage areas clean, tidy and well organised.
- Communicating with the production team, drivers and other colleagues to ensure deliveries and collections run smoothly.
- Reporting any missing, damaged or incorrect items promptly.
- Following safe working practices, particularly when lifting and handling goods.
What we are looking for
Ideally, you will have:
- Previous experience in a goods in, goods out, warehouse, stores or dispatch role.
- A valid forklift truck (FLT) licence
- A full UK driving licence.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow checklists accurately.
- A clear, organised and methodical approach to your work.
- Good communication skills and the confidence to raise any issues or discrepancies.
- Experience of safe manual handling and the ability to carry out the physical aspects of the role.
- A good understanding of workplace health and safety.
- A reliable and practical approach to your work.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a wider production team.
Experience working in a manufacturing, furniture, joinery or similar environment would be an advantage, but we would also be interested in speaking with applicants from other warehouse, logistics or distribution backgrounds.
Above all, we are looking for someone who is dependable, takes responsibility for their work and understands the importance of getting the details right.
What we offer
- A stable, permanent position within a growing family business.
- The opportunity to work within a high-end bespoke furniture manufacturing environment.
- Long-term security within an established British manufacturer.
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Goods-in / Goods-out in Mytholmroyd employer: Drew Forsyth and Co
Drew Forsyth & Co is an exceptional employer, offering a stable and permanent position within a growing family business renowned for its bespoke furniture manufacturing. With the option of a 4-day working week and a commitment to employee development through fully funded training, you will have the opportunity to enhance your CNC skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and innovative environment. Join us to be part of a team where your ideas are valued and long-term career growth is encouraged.
