Warehouse Assistant

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