About the job
Job Title: Warehouse Associate
Location: Wetherby, UK
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent
About Us
iKoustic are Soundproofing and Acoustic material specialists who provide noise insulation and absorption solutions for domestic and commercial buildings across the UK. Our products include soundproofing for walls, ceilings, floors, and external solutions that create quieter spaces for our clients.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for a dedicated Warehouse Operative to join our team and help ensure smooth operations in our warehouse.
Role Overview
As a Warehouse Associate, you will be responsible for receiving and handling of stock, quality checking materials, picking and preparing orders, and ensuring timely dispatch of products to customers. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining a well-organized warehouse environment and supporting the overall logistics of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Picking & Packing:
- Accurately pick and pack orders for dispatch, ensuring they are securely wrapped and labelled correctly
- Carrying out the monthly stock take, reporting and investigating any discrepancies raised
- Goods In & Stock Management:
- Assist with stock control, inventory checks, and replenishment of goods.
- Using online booking portals for deliveries and collections.
- Quality checking all stock deliveries coming in, reporting any damages straight away on paperwork, to line manager and suppliers.
- Damage reporting & claims, tracking these and liaising with suppliers on returning/replacing stock
- Taking responsibility for a company’s freight and assets by reporting unusual activity.
- Loading & Unloading:
- Safely load and unload materials, using appropriate equipment when necessary.
- Ensuring that all goods that are loaded match the relevant paperwork
- Booking deliveries/collections/customer ETA’s/delivery access
- Health & Safety:
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment, following company policies and health & safety regulations.
- Ensuring efficient operations by adhering to operational procedures, rules and schedules
- General Warehouse Duties:
- Assist in organizing and optimizing warehouse space for efficiency.
- Warehouse stock rotation – first in, first out – checking manufacture + use by dates.
- Warehouse location planning, racking layout and safe weight loading in bays
- Keeping the warehouse environment clean and tidy, maintaining equipment, keeping fire exits and walkways clear for all access areas
- Product sample cutting – for customers and potential new product testing
- Forklift maintenance (safety checks, charging, refilling, servicing, LOLER’s)
- Manifesting daily collections for pallets and parcels
- Customer ETA’s and delivery issues
Requirements
- Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics role (preferred but not essential).
- Good attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
- Physical strength, fitness and dexterity, as they often have to move heavy packages.
- Excellent team-working skills to effectively collaborate with other members of the team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Computer literacy, including knowing how to navigate relevant software programs, such as warehouse management systems.
- Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills to coordinate large volumes of goods.
- Honesty and trustworthiness.
- The ability to work effectively under limited supervision.
- A team player with strong communication skills.
- Forklift license (desirable but not essential, training can be provided).
Benefits
- Competitive salary and holiday allowance.
- Opportunities for training and career progression.
- Supportive and friendly work environment.
- Opportunity to earn Commission.
If you’re a hardworking and reliable individual looking to join a growing company in the acoustics industry, we’d love to hear from you!
