Stock Operative - FLT & Metal Handling

Stock Operative Temp-to-Perm Career Opportunity with a Leading Metal Stockholding Company

Location: Markham Vale
Pay: £13.27 per hour + overtime (enhanced rates)
Hours: Rotational shifts 6:00am 2:30pm / 9:30am 6:00pm

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment is proud to partner with a well-established and reputable specialist metal stockholding company to recruit reliable and skilled Stock Operatives. This is a temp-to-permanent role, with a permanent position available after 12 weeks. It offers excellent benefits, progression opportunities, and a long-term working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate forklifts (Reach and/or Counterbalance B1) to move heavy metal stock
• Manage goods in and goods out, ensuring accurate stock control and warehouse organisation
• Carry, handle, and pack metal billets, bars, and components to specification
• Stamp billets and metal products with precision, maintaining accurate records
• Support stock rotation and organisation to meet production and dispatch requirements
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times, maintaining a tidy and safe working environment
• Assist with general warehouse and operational duties as required

What We re Looking For

• Solid hands-on forklift experience, particularly moving heavy metal stock rather than just pallets
• Proven track record in warehouse or stock management, with commitment to long-term employment
• Comfortable with physically demanding work, including heavy lifting and manual handling
• Accurate, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious
• Motivated to build a stable career within a growing and reputable company

Permanent Benefits (after 12 weeks)

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities (x1.5 weekdays, x2 Saturdays, double time Sundays & Bank Holidays)
• 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure
• Up to 6% pension contribution
• Mental health support and wellbeing initiatives
• Discounted gym membership
• Clear opportunities for career progression and long-term development

Why Apply?

This role is ideal for someone seeking more than just a temporary position. If you enjoy working in a hands-on warehouse environment, operating forklifts with heavy metal stock, and want a stable, long-term career, this is your opportunity.

Click Apply Now and a dedicated Thorn Baker Consultant will contact you to discuss your application and next steps.

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