Raw Materials Operative

  • Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group
  • Humberstone, Leicestershire
  • Apr 22, 2026
Seasonal Manufacturing

Job Description

Raw Materials Coordinator

About the Company
Our client, based in Hamilton, Leicester, is a multinational organisation with additional sites in Leicester and Rothley. They are committed to innovation and are passionate about contributing to a more sustainable future for our planet.

About the Role

  • Full-time position: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
  • Standard hours: 09 00 (flexibility may be available)
  • Occasional overtime required (paid at 1.25x hourly rate)
  • Hourly rate: £15.85 per hour
  • Use of FLT equipment, including clamp and fork attachments, is required

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate FLT equipment to safely unload raw materials, including bobbins, poly, core boards, and ink
  • Ensure a consistent and reliable supply of raw materials to production teams to support uninterrupted manufacturing
  • Manage stock rotation in line with FIFO (First In, First Out) principles
  • Coordinate raw material sampling for quality control in accordance with company procedures
  • Generate and apply accurate stock labels within the warehouse
  • Maintain and organise all required documentation in line with company processes
  • Supervise and support Raw Material Warehouse Operators in daily activities
  • Oversee stock control and inventory management
  • Liaise with the planning department to align raw material availability with production schedules
  • Produce daily, weekly, and monthly reports using SAP

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
  • Valid Counterbalance and/or Reach FLT licence
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and SAP
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Confidence in leading and supporting a team