At a Glance
- Tasks: Cut and assemble steel components, manage warehouse processes, and ensure inventory accuracy.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a thriving fabrication and warehouse environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and monthly lunches.
- Other info: Opportunity for contract extension and excellent career growth in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Be part of a hands-on role that combines creativity with practical skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in fabrication or warehouse work, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 20790 - 25410 £ per year.
Role Overview
Working Pattern
- Monday – Thursday 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM, one hour lunch
- Friday 8 AM to 3:00 PM, one hour lunch
- 39 hrs per week
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Reports to
- Warehouse Supervisor
- Job Summary
The Fabrication & Warehouse Operative plays a key role in supporting both production of modular steel assemblies and daily warehouse operations.
The role involves cutting and assembling steel components according to technical drawings, handling warehouse processes including goods-in/goods-out and ensuring inventory accuracy.
The position requires strong attention to detail, physical capability, and the ability to work efficiently against tight deadlines.
- Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Fabrication Responsibilities
- Read and interpret technical drawings
- Assemble steel components into finished frames according to project requirements
- Operate industrial cutting tools and fabrication equipment
- Prefabricate and cut Sikla steel components
- Inspect components and assemblies for accuracy and quality
- Report defects, inaccuracies, and discrepancies
- Pack assembled frames
- Maintain clean tools and a tidy workshop environment
- Support warehouse team with fabrication tasks when required
- Warehouse Responsibilities
- Receive and process incoming orders
- Pick, pack, load and unload goods with lifting equipment
- Check accuracy of deliveries for domestic, export, and industrial projects
- Report mistakes or incorrect deliveries immediately
- Use ERP systems to carry out standard warehouse processes
- Use Kardex vertical lifting module (preferred)
- Ensure all stock is stored in the correct locations
- Conduct stock checks
- Follow warehouse procedures and route card instructions
- Assist with daily logistics operations
- Maintain high health & safety standards and a clean working environment
- Help minimise picking, packing and loading errors
- Technical and Practical Skills
- Good numerical and metric measurement skills - essential
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings
- Skilled in using fabrication tools, machinery, and cutting equipment
- Ability to lift and carry heavy materials- essential
- Previous experience in fabrication or warehouse environments
- Experience with ERP systems (required for warehouse-focused work)
- Experience using Kardex vertical storage systems - desirable
- Valid forklift/combi-lift/stacker licences - desirable
- Valid UK manual driving licence
- Personal Attributes
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Good problem-solving abilities
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight timescales
- Flexible, willing to learn, and able to multitask
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Good level of written and spoken English
Role Specific Requirements
- Standing for long periods, walking, bending
- lifting and manual handling of heavy items
- Core Contractual Benefits
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Pensions contributions
Extra perks and wellbeing initiatives
- Private Medical Insurance after one year service
- Monthly lunches organised on site
- Free on-site refreshments
- Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension
- Public transport available
Please note that this position is fully site-based and hybrid working is not available for this role.
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Warehouse Operative in Milton Keynes employer: SIKLA France S.A.R.L
As a Warehouse Operative, you will join a dynamic team in a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and growth. With a strong focus on health and safety, we offer competitive benefits including 25 days of annual leave, private medical insurance after one year, and regular team lunches to foster camaraderie. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you will have opportunities to enhance your skills while contributing to the production of high-quality modular steel assemblies.
