Full job descriptionStores Operative – Automotive Manufacturing
Dagenham, East London

£28,000 – £31,000 per annum (DOE)

Full-time | Perm | Rotating Shifts
A leading automotive manufacturer based in Dagenham is seeking a reliable and motivated Stores Operative to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced industrial environment, with the potential to secure a permanent position following a successful probation period.
The Role
As a Stores Operative, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the site, ensuring materials and goods are handled efficiently, accurately, and safely.
Key Responsibilities
*Receiving and checking incoming deliveries
*Booking goods onto internal and customer systems (full training provided)
*Storing and managing stock effectively
*Picking orders to requisition
*Preparing outbound shipments
*Delivering goods across the plant
*Handling COSHH-controlled products
*Supervising receipt of bulk deliveries (e.g. road tankers up to 30,000L)
*Operating Counterbalance, Reach trucks, and tow trucks
*Interacting with internal teams and customers on site
*Providing a high level of customer service at all times
About You
Essential Skills & Attributes
*Comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial/automotive environment
*Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately
*Basic IT skills (e.g. Outlook, Excel, data entry)
*Good communication skills with a customer-focused approach
*Basic mental arithmetic skills
*Physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role
*Able to work independently and as part of a team
*Committed to health & safety standards
Desirable (Not Essential)
*Previous warehouse or stores experience (or transferable skills)
*FLT licences (Counterbalance B1 / Reach D1 / Tow Trucks)
*Experience with stock control systems
*Customer-facing experience
*Full UK driving licence
Note: FLT training/refresher courses can be provided for the right candidate.
Working Hours & Shifts
*37.5 hours per week
*Monday to Friday
Rotating Shift Pattern (8-hour shifts):
*Early: 06:30 – 14:30
*Late: 14:30 – 22:30
*Night: 22:30 – 06:30
Typical rotation (subject to business needs):
*Week 1: Early
*Week 2: Late
*Week 3: Early
*Week 4: Late
*Week 5: Nights
Contract Details
*Successful candidates will be offered a permanent contract with Rubix following probation
*Immediate start available