Auto Parts Warehouse Assistant

Company: Apex Auto Parts Ltd
Location: Barking, London
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive (Full salary awarded after successful 3-month probation period)

Role Overview

This is a physical, warehouse-based role ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for receiving stock, organising inventory, picking and packing orders, and maintaining a safe and efficient warehouse. No two days are the same, and full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

Goods In

Receive deliveries from suppliers.
Safely unload pallets and incoming deliveries.
Check deliveries against purchase orders and delivery notes.
Identify and report shortages, damaged goods, or incorrect deliveries.
Book stock into the warehouse accurately.

Warehouse Organisation

Store products in the correct warehouse locations.
Keep shelves organised, labelled and fully stocked.
Maintain a clean, tidy and safe warehouse.
Rotate stock where required.

Order Picking & Packing

Pick customer orders accurately.
Pack products securely to prevent damage during transit.
Prepare orders for courier collection and local deliveries.
Ensure all daily orders are dispatched on time.

Ecommerce Order Processing

Process customer orders from eBay, Amazon and the company website.
Print picking lists, invoices and courier shipping labels.
Check orders for accuracy before dispatch.
Follow courier shipping procedures.
Help minimise dispatch errors and customer returns.

Stock Control

Carry out regular stock counts.
Reconcile goods received against supplier paperwork.
Record and report stock discrepancies.
Assist with inventory management using warehouse software.

General Warehouse Duties

Process customer returns.
Prioritise urgent customer orders when required.
Support other warehouse operations as needed.
Work closely with the sales and purchasing teams.

Health & Safety

Follow all warehouse health and safety procedures.
Use warehouse equipment safely and responsibly.
Report hazards, accidents or damaged equipment immediately.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times.

Skills & ExperienceEssential

Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
Physically fit and able to lift and move stock throughout the day.
Good attention to detail.
Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and web-based systems.
Comfortable learning new warehouse software and systems.
Ability to accurately count stock and reconcile deliveries.
Basic understanding of courier labels and shipping procedures.
Right to work in the UK.

Desirable

Previous warehouse experience.
Experience processing ecommerce orders through eBay, Amazon, Shopify or similar platforms.
Automotive parts or motor trade experience.
Experience using warehouse management systems.
Forklift licence (advantage but not essential).

Working Hours

Full-time, Permanent
Monday to Saturday
Bank Holidays are normal working days unless otherwise agreed.
Sunday work may be required for stock-taking (approximately twice per year).

If you're reliable, motivated and looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing automotive business, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to £12.71 per hour

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Work Location: In person

Apex Auto Parts Ltd

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