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Posted 02 August, 2026

Material Handler

West Midlands & Worcestershire Perm Hub
Sutton Coldfield, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Material HandlerLocation: Sutton Coldfield Salary: £13.20 per hour during training (£26,082 pa) + Shift Allowance Once trained: £14.07 per hour + Shift Allowance Full-time | Permanent | 38 Hours per WeekPertemps are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business for an experienced Material Handler to join their logistics and warehouse team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation that offers comprehensive training, excellent benefits, and long-term career stability.Shift PatternThis role operates on a weekly rotating shift pattern:AM Shift• Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:00pm• Friday: 6:00am - 12:00pm• Shift Premium: 7.5%PM Shift• Monday to Thursday: 2:00pm - 10:00pm• Friday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm• Shift Premium: 20%Key Responsibilities• Maintain the flow of materials to production, ensuring materials are supplied accurately and on time.• Load and unload deliveries and materials safely and efficiently.• Process goods receipts, stock movements, and material issues using SAP/ERP systems.• Pick, pack, and prepare materials and finished goods for dispatch.• Transfer stock between warehouse locations and production areas.• Ensure all stock is correctly identified, stored, and rotated.• Conduct regular stock checks and inventory activities.• Complete all warehouse transactions accurately and in a timely manner.• Ensure shipping and dispatch documentation is completed correctly.• Support internal departments with material deliveries and collections.• Operate material handling equipment safely and effectively.• Maintain high housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles.• Assist with hazardous waste movements where required.The successful candidate will have:• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.• Experience covering goods inward, despatch, stock movements, and material handling.• Valid FLT licences including: o Counterbalanceo Flexio Multi-Directional• Experience using computerised stock management systems, ideally SAP or ERP systems.• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.• Good understanding of warehouse health and safety procedures.• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).• Working knowledge of Excel and warehouse management processes.Benefits• 38-hour working week• Weekly rotating shifts• Early finish every Friday• Full training provided• 5% matched pension contribution• 3% annual Christmas bonus• 33 days holiday including bank holidays• Healthcare package• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)• Full PPE provided• Company sick pay scheme with up to 60 days full pay• Overtime opportunities available• Convenient location with excellent motorway accessIf you are an experienced Material Handler or FLT Driver looking for a permanent opportunity with excellent benefits and career prospects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Pertemps.