Warehouse Assistant
Job Description
Warehouse Assistant
Location: Edinburgh EH12 9GD
Duration: 16th July – 31st July
Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:00)
Working Pattern: Fully on-site
Our client is currently recruiting for an Warehouse Assistant to support the team.This is a short-term assignment involving the receipt, handling, and organisation of printed materials and delivery items.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, record, unpack, and sort incoming materials within the operating area.
- Manage stock rotation to ensure materials are correctly organised and available for processing.
- Identify, separate, and retain goods-inwards notices and address information to support operational and administrative functions.
- Maintain accurate records of all deliveries in a central log to monitor volumes and identify any shortfalls in receipt levels.
- Support administrative processes by separating correspondence, delivery notes, and documentation to update claims, receipts, and supplier data.
- Liaise with delivery drivers to ensure all incoming materials are accounted for and received in good condition.
- Ensure correct separation and management of all waste materials generated through goods-in operations.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet operational priorities and service requirements.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of procedures, documentation, and service standards.
- Participate in training and development activities as required.
Person SpecificationEssential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
- No formal qualifications required.
- Ability to accurately identify and separate materials based on agreed categories and requirements.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to make accurate decisions when handling goods and supporting information.
- Ability to work effectively on routine tasks with minimal supervision.
- Good problem-solving and interpretation skills in day-to-day duties.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Reliable, organised, and methodical approach to work.
