Warehouse & Assembly Operative – Temporary (1 month)

About the role

Our client in Widnes is seeking a Warehouse & Assembly Operative for an initial one‑month temporary assignment, with the possibility of extension. You will work in a small team handling long aluminium and steel profiles, fabricated components, and finished products.

Key responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely (valid licence required).
• Move stock, components and finished goods throughout the warehouse.
• Off‑load inbound deliveries, check goods and record movements.
• Pick, pack and prepare customer orders for dispatch.
• Load and unload shipping containers and flat‑bed vehicles.
• Assist with handling long‑length profiles and framework systems.
• Support light assembly, preparation and packaging tasks.
• Use a tablet‑based inventory system to maintain accurate records.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organised and safe at all times.

Required profile

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (Combi lift licence beneficial).
• Previous experience in warehouse, logistics or manufacturing environments.
• Strong spoken and written English.
• Comfortable using electronic tablets.
• Ability to work safely with bulky, high‑value products.
• Reliable, punctual and self‑motivated.

Required skills

• Counterbalance forklift operation.
• Combi lift operation (beneficial).
• Tablet‑based inventory management.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.50‑£15.00.
• 40‑hour week, Monday‑Friday 08:00‑17:00.
• Potential extension of the contract through August 2027.
• Friendly, small team environment.