As Material Handler for a manufacturing business in Sutton Coldfield, you will support logistics and warehouse operations on a permanent, full-time basis. The weekly rotating pattern runs Monday to Friday, with AM shifts from 6:00am to 2:00pm and PM shifts from 2:00pm to 10:00pm, plus a Friday finish. A shift allowance applies, with the starting salary at £13.20 per hour, rising to £14.07 once trained, equating to £26,082 annually. Duties involve moving materials, managing stock, preparing orders, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should possess prior warehouse experience, physical fitness, and basic computer literacy. Comprehensive training and long-term career progression are offered.
Material Handler Location: Sutton Coldfield
Salary: £13.20 per hour during training (£26,082 pa) + Shift Allowance. Once trained: £14.07 per hour + Shift Allowance.
Full-time | Permanent | 38 Hours per Week
Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business for an experienced Material Handler to join their logistics and warehouse team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation that offers comprehensive training, excellent benefits, and long-term career stability.
Shift Pattern
- AM Shift
- Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:00pm
- Friday: 6:00am - 12:00pm
- Shift Premium: 7.5%
- PM Shift
- Monday to Thursday: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
- Friday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
- Shift Premium: 20%
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain the flow of materials to production, ensuring materials are supplied accurately and on time.
- Load and unload deliveries and materials safely and efficiently.
- Process goods receipts, stock movements, and material issues using SAP/ERP systems.
- Pick, pack, and prepare materials and finished goods for dispatch.
- Transfer stock between warehouse locations and production areas.
- Ensure all stock is correctly identified, stored, and rotated.
- Conduct regular stock checks and inventory activities.
- Complete all warehouse transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Ensure shipping and dispatch documentation is completed correctly.
- Support internal departments with material deliveries and collections.
- Operate material handling equipment safely and effectively.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles.
- Assist with hazardous waste movements where required.
The successful candidate will have
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
- Experience covering goods inward, despatch, stock movements, and material handling.
- Valid FLT licences including:
- Counterbalance
- Flexi
- Multi-Directional
- Experience using computerised stock management systems, ideally SAP or ERP systems.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
- Good understanding of warehouse health and safety procedures.
- Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
- Working knowledge of Excel and warehouse management processes.
Benefits
- 38-hour working week
- Weekly rotating shifts
- Early finish every Friday
- Full training provided
- 5% matched pension contribution
- 3% annual Christmas bonus
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays
- Healthcare package
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Full PPE provided
- Company sick pay scheme with up to 60 days full pay
- Overtime opportunities available
- Convenient location with excellent motorway access
Material Handler employer: JAM Recruitment Ltd
At JAM Recruitment Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the growth and development of our team members. Located in Birmingham, we offer a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation, alongside competitive salaries and hybrid working options. With a strong focus on career progression, our employees are empowered to take on leadership roles and make a meaningful impact in the field of personal injury law.
