Stores Operative

Job Role: Stores Operative / Goods in Inspector Location: Bury St Edmunds Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 (£13.80 to £15.40 per hour) / 37.5 hour week. Proactive are currently in search of an experienced Goods in/Out Inspector to start work in Bury St Edmunds as soon as possible. This is an exciting opportunity working for a market leading manufacturing company. You will be responsible for coordination, material handling transactions and shipments of equipment for exhibitions and customer demos. Main Responsibilities and Tasks: Assisting with stock checking to order entry and invoicing. Preparing and consolidating all equipment & material for exhibitions. Processing equipment for marketing requirements (raising Distribution Orders/ Mat reqs/ Transport Tasks) Liaising with customers and freight agents to coordinate shipments and logistics of exhibition shipments. Preparation of necessary documentation for shipping, including hazardous goods. Reviewing obsolete equipment, or equipment no longer suitable for demonstration. Provide support for set-up and breakdown at exhibitions when required and for inhouse events. Identify stock discrepancies and solving of errors. Regular stock counts and annual stock take of demo equipment. Receipt and storage of Finished goods and Finished goods accessories. Maintaining transactions on the business computer system (dispatch of equipment and receipt of returned goods) Controlling and transacting goods in and out from customers, including packing of equipment. Monitoring inventory and ordering spares / replacement parts where required. Functional testing, inspection and minor repairs of returned equipment – Desirable and can be trained. Configuring and testing of some robotic and prompting systems prior to dispatch – Desirable and can be trained. Updating software / firmware on relevant product ranges – Desirable and can be trained.Knowledge and Skills: Essential: Ability to use own initiative to address problems and present solutions. Able to demonstrate a good understanding of Warehouse and Materials control. Professional approach. Strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks / flexibility. Good computer skills, preferably IFS and Microsoft Office. Experience in picking, packing and shipping activities. ESG as a key performance measure within our business. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment. to supporting our environment, our communities, promoting diversity and operating ethically in everything we do.Desirable: Experience of industry standard fully integrated ERP systems. IFS desired. Knowledge of export and import documentation Forklift license Driving license Experience of Lean Manufacturing Processes Experience in processing orders through third party courier shipping system SharePoint knowledgeHow to Apply: For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Why work with Proactive? Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias. When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role! Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy