This Materials Handler role in Birmingham is a temporary position with Manpower UK, offering up to £13.53 per hour. Working Monday to Friday, 07:30am to 4:00pm, the successful candidate will support a busy warehouse and logistics operation. Duties include completing daily inventory cycle counts, physically locating and counting stock items, verifying part numbers and storage locations, and accurately recording quantities. Recounts are carried out where discrepancies arise, with variances reported for further investigation. Applicants should have previous warehouse, stock control, inventory or logistics experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work within a structured setting. Strong accuracy and a methodical approach are essential for maintaining stock-location integrity.
Materials Handler Location: Birmingham Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30am - 4:00pm Pay Rate: £13.53 per hour
Materials Handler Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Materials Handler to join a busy warehouse and logistics operation in Birmingham. This role would suit candidates with previous warehouse, stock control, inventory, or logistics experience who have excellent attention to detail and enjoy working in a structured environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete daily inventory cycle counts.
- Physically locate and count stock items.
- Verify part numbers and storage locations.
- Accurately record stock quantities.
- Carry out recounts where discrepancies are identified.
- Report stock variances for further investigation.
- Check stock-location accuracy.
- Identify misplaced or incorrectly labelled inventory.
- Support inventory housekeeping and location-control activities.
- Assist with stock audits and physical inventory checks.
- Provide general support to the Inventory team with routine stock control tasks.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous inventory counting or stock control experience.
- Experience working within a warehouse or logistics environment.
- Ability to work accurately with strong attention to detail.
- Good organisational skills and ability to follow procedures.
- Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
- Comfortable with manual handling duties and being on your feet throughout the shift.
Working Environment
- Standing and walking for extended periods.
- Manual handling in line with site requirements.
- Working within temperature-controlled areas, including: Freezers operating at -20°C
- Cold rooms operating between +2°C and +8°C
- Adhering to all site Health, Safety and Environmental procedures.
PPE andamp; Dress Code
PPE will be provided where required.
Employees must:
- Wear safety footwear at all times.
- Wear Hi-Vis clothing in designated areas.
- Maintain a smart casual appearance whilst on site (no shorts permitted).
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Materials Handler in Birmingham employer: Manpower UK
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