Job Description:

Stores & Dispatch Operative – Oxfordshire – Competitive Salary + Benefits – Ref 1005

I am currently recruiting for a Stores & Dispatch Operative to join a busy and growing precision engineering manufacturing business based in Oxfordshire.

This is a hands-on role focused on the efficient management of materials, goods inwards, stores and dispatch activities, ensuring products and components move smoothly through the manufacturing process. Alongside these core responsibilities, you'll provide practical support to the wider workshop team to help maintain an efficient, organised and safe working environment.

The Role

As a Stores & Dispatch Operative, you will be responsible for managing the movement, storage and dispatch of materials and finished products while supporting some day-to-day operation of the workshop.

Key Responsibilities

Stores & Material Control

• Checking incoming deliveries against delivery notes.
• Ensuring materials are correctly identified, stored and handled safely.
• Preparing and issuing materials to production in line with manufacturing requirements.
• Maintaining stock levels of workshop consumables and supplies.
• Supporting effective stores organisation and material control.

Dispatch & Logistics

• Preparing finished components for customer delivery.
• Cleaning, packaging and labelling products prior to dispatch.
• Prioritising urgent customer and subcontractor deliveries.
• Assisting with collections and deliveries when required.
• Ensuring all goods are packed and presented to a high standard.

Workshop & Operational Support

• Supporting inspection activities where required.
• Assisting with deburring, finishing and general workshop tasks.
• Supporting recycling and waste management activities.
• Carrying out routine maintenance and housekeeping duties.
• Providing practical support across the workshop to help keep operations running efficiently.

Housekeeping & Site Support

• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Keeping walkways, storage areas and external areas tidy.
• Supporting high standards of health and safety throughout the facility.
• Monitoring and replenishing consumables used across the workshop.

About You

To be successful, you'll ideally have experience in a Stores, Warehouse, Goods In, Dispatch, Logistics or Manufacturing Support role.

You'll need:

• Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering or warehouse environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A practical, proactive and reliable approach.
• The ability to manage priorities and work independently.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• A full UK driving licence.

Previous experience within stores control, goods inwards, dispatch, inventory management or manufacturing support would be advantageous.

Interested?

If you're an organised and dependable Stores & Dispatch Operative looking for a varied role within a precision engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, established business where your contribution will make a genuine difference.