Production Support Operator – temporary contract (Pay rate £16.14 per hour, 37 hours per week). This role is based in a Service Centre in Newcastle upon Tyne and involves supporting day‑to‑day operations, ensuring accurate handling of materials, components and products.
Key Responsibilities
- Receiving, inspecting and processing incoming deliveries and customer returns.
- Unloading vehicles safely and checking deliveries against accompanying documentation.
- Booking stock into inventory management systems and maintaining accurate records.
- Organising and managing storage locations to maximise efficiency and accessibility.
- Picking, packing and preparing goods for dispatch to customers and suppliers.
- Supporting stock control activities, including cycle counts, stock checks and audits.
- Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies and inventory‑related issues.
- Coordinating the movement of materials between goods‑in, storage and operational teams.
- Operating forklifts, overhead cranes and other material handling equipment safely and effectively.
- Supporting vehicle marshalling activities on site.
- Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and health & safety.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the Service Centre.
Candidate Requirements
- Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence.
- Valid Overhead Crane certification.
- Vehicle Marshalling certification or demonstrable experience.
- Previous experience within warehouse, logistics, stores, inventory control or service centre environments.
- Experience using warehouse management, inventory control or ERP systems.
- Strong understanding of stock management and inventory accuracy.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a busy operational environment.
- Strong communication skills and a positive team‑focused attitude.
