Warehouse Supervisor (Manufacturing / Stores)

Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor (Manufacturing / Stores)

Location: Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0AN

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Working Hours: 38 hours per week - Mon to Thurs 07:30 to 16:00 and Friday 07:30 to 12:50

Based in Greater Manchester, Heatrod Elements are the UK's leading manufacturer of heating elements and associated process heating equipment required for industrial heating applications.

About the Role:

We are looking to recruit a Warehouse Supervisor to be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the warehouse and stores within a manufacturing environment. This includes supervising staff, managing inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels, maintaining safety standards, and supporting efficient material flow to meet production and customer requirements. As part of a small team this is a hands on role so there will be some heavy lifting/carrying involved.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision & Team Management

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• Lead, supervise, and motivate warehouse operatives and store personnel
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• Allocate tasks and monitor performance to ensure productivity targets are met
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• Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback
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Inventory & Stock Control

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• Working with the Materials Manager manage inventory levels, stock accuracy, and cycle counts
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• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and handling of materials
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• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies
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Receiving & Dispatch

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• Oversee goods-in and goods-out processes
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• Ensure timely and accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of materials
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• Coordinate with production, procurement, and logistics teams
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Operational Efficiency

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• Optimise warehouse layout and processes for efficiency
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• Maintain accurate records using ERP/WMS systems
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• Monitor KPIs such as order accuracy, picking rates, and inventory turnover
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Health, Safety & Compliance

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• Enforce health and safety policies and procedures
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• Ensure compliance with company standards and legal regulations
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• Conduct safety checks, risk assessments, and incident reporting
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Equipment & Facilities

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• Ensure proper use and maintenance of warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts)
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• Report and manage maintenance issues
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About you:

Skills & Experience

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• Proven experience in a warehouse or stores supervisory role (ideally within manufacturing)
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• Strong knowledge of inventory management and warehouse processes
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• Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems
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• Good leadership and team management skills
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• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
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• Strong communication skills
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Qualifications

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• Relevant qualifications in logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations (desirable)
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• Forklift licence (preferred, depending on requirements)
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• Health & Safety certification (e.g., IOSH/NEBOSH - preferred)
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Key Attributes

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• Attention to detail
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• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
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• Proactive and results-driven approach
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• Strong decision-making skills
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What we can offer you:

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• 25 days (plus bank holidays) holiday increasing with length of service
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• Free onsite parking
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• Cycle to work scheme
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• Learning and Development Opportunities
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• Referral scheme
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• Cash Health Plan
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• Staff social events through the year
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No agencies.

Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Senior Warehouse Operative, Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Assistant Manager, Warehouse Coordinator, Senior Process Operative, Processing, Senior Line Operative, Forklift Licence, FLT Driver, Senior Distribution Assistant, Logistics Co-ordinator, Logistics Operative, Distribution Team Leader will also be considered for this role.