Stores & Logistics Operative in Rainham

Stores & Logistics Operative

Permanent | Perrin & Rowe | Stores & Logistics | 40 Hours Per Week | Rainham, Essex

Keep materials moving. Maintain stock accuracy. Support uninterrupted production.

We are looking for a Stores & Logistics Operative to support the efficient movement of materials, components and finished goods across our Rainham manufacturing site.

You’ll receive and store parts, maintain accurate stock records, replenish assembly areas, prepare trays and support the safe and accurate despatch of finished goods. Working as part of our Stores & Logistics team, you’ll play an important role in keeping production moving and ensuring materials are in the right place at the right time.

What You Will Be Responsible For

Goods Receipt & Stock Control

• Receive parts from the machine shop and external sites, checking deliveries against paperwork.
• Scan, locate and store parts and trays accurately.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through timely scanning and stock movements.
• Identify and escalate stock or delivery discrepancies promptly.
• Consolidate stock and maintain organised storage areas.

Production & Assembly Support

• Replenish assembly cells with the parts and materials required for production.
• Kit assembly lines in line with plans provided by the Team Leader.
• Remove trays and materials no longer required from assembly areas.
• Support uninterrupted production by replenishing materials promptly.
• Maintain clean and organised Assembly, Stores and Mezzanine areas.

Tray & Logistics Coordination

• Prepare four-level trays for despatch activity.
• Scan, wrap and prepare trays for transport to Shaw Road or other locations.
• Print labels and activate works orders accurately.
• Coordinate tray movements and update stock counts at the required stages.

Despatch & Vehicle Loading

• Load vehicles safely and efficiently using forklifts.
• Check outgoing goods against despatch documentation and bookings.
• Book deliveries and verify paperwork accurately.
• Communicate with other departments to support timely and accurate despatch.

For This Role We Would Need You To Demonstrate

• A willingness to learn new tasks, processes and systems.
• Basic IT skills, with training provided on the systems used.
• The ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately.
• A well-organised approach to stock, trays and paperwork.
• Strong attention to stock and delivery accuracy.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work across departments.
• A commitment to maintaining safe, clean and tidy working areas.
• A flexible approach to supporting stores, logistics and production activities.

It Would Also Be Beneficial If You Have

• Experience within stores, warehousing or logistics.
• Experience supporting a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Experience receiving, storing or despatching goods.
• Experience using stock scanning or inventory systems.
• Experience loading vehicles using forklifts.

How You Work Matters – Our Blueprint Behaviours

Think Big, Learn Fast

• Build your knowledge of stores, logistics and manufacturing processes.
• Understand how accurate stock control supports production and customer delivery.
• Look for practical ways to improve material flow, storage and handling.

Work It Together

• Collaborate with Assembly, Stores and other departments to keep materials moving.
• Communicate stock discrepancies and supply requirements clearly.
• Support colleagues in maintaining safe, clean and organised working areas.

Make The Hard Call

• Escalate stock, paperwork or delivery discrepancies promptly.
• Raise concerns if loading or handling activities cannot be completed safely.
• Take ownership of accurate stock movements, documentation and despatch checks.

Why Work With Us?

At Fortune Brands Innovations, our people are at the heart of everything we build. Our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance and career development.

Health, Wellbeing & Financial Security

• Health & Wellbeing Programme, including a Health Cash Plan.
• Life Assurance & Pension Plan.
• Annual Incentive Plan bonus structure.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support.
• Eye Care Support for frequent screen users.

Work-Life Balance

• 33 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays, including summer and Christmas shutdowns.
• Flexible Working Model, where appropriate for the role.

Career Development & Recognition

• Opportunities to develop your stores, logistics and manufacturing skills.
• Employee Recognition Programme.
• Refer a Friend Programme.

Lifestyle & Everyday Perks

• High Street Reward Scheme with a range of discounts and savings.
• Cycle2Work scheme, restrictions apply.
• Free on-site parking.

Our Hiring Process

• Our Talent team will contact you for an initial conversation.
• You may then be invited to site for a 1 or 2-stage interview process.
• We’ll make sure you know what to expect and have the opportunity to show us what you can bring to the role.
• If successful, we’ll confirm your start date and welcome you to Fortune Brands Innovations.
• If you haven’t heard from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Note for Recruitment Agencies

We manage our vacancies internally, preferring direct hires and referrals. Where required, we work with agencies on our Preferred Supplier List. Speculative CVs from agencies not on our Preferred Supplier List will not be considered and no introduction fee will apply.