Warehouse & Quality Control Operative – Stone Manufacturing
Location: Baldock, Hertfordshire
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
Job Type: Permanent | Full-time
About the Role
My client, an established family-run business based in Baldock, is looking for a reliable, hardworking and hands-on Warehouse & Quality Control Operative to join their team.
This is a varied role involving quality checking, stock management, forklift operation and supporting the manufacturing team with the production of stone worktops.
Previous experience in stone manufacturing is not essential, as full training will be provided. My client is looking for someone with the right attitude, a willingness to learn and good attention to detail.
The ideal candidate will be a quick learner, confident using a tape measure, hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence and be happy to get involved in different areas of the business.
Key Responsibilities
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Inspect finished stone worktops, splashbacks and other products before dispatch.
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Accurately measure products using a tape measure to ensure they meet specifications.
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Check products for damage, defects and imperfections.
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Operate a Counterbalance Forklift safely when moving materials and assisting with deliveries.
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Load and unload deliveries, ensuring materials are checked and stored correctly.
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Label and organise stone slabs, offcuts and finished products.
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Assist with stock control and general warehouse organisation.
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Learn to operate stone manufacturing machinery, including polishing and finishing equipment.
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Support the manufacturing team with day-to-day production tasks.
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Work from basic drawings, measurements and instructions.
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Ensure completed products are correctly labelled and prepared for delivery.
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Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
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Follow all relevant health and safety procedures.
Requirements
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Valid, in-date Counterbalance Forklift licence – essential.
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Confident using a tape measure and taking accurate measurements – essential.
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Quick learner with a genuine willingness to be trained.
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Good attention to detail and a practical approach to work.
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Reliable, hardworking and punctual.
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Comfortable with manual handling and working in a physical environment.
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Willing to assist across different areas of the warehouse and factory.
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Able to follow instructions and work independently when required.
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Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
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Previous warehouse, manufacturing or quality control experience would be beneficial but is not essential.
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Full UK driving licence and own transport due to the site location.
What's on Offer?
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Competitive salary depending on experience.
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Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.
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Permanent, full-time position.
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Opportunity to join an established family-run business.
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Company pension.
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On-site parking.
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Full training on stone manufacturing processes and machinery.
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Opportunity to learn new skills and develop within the business.
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Long-term career opportunity.
Apply Now
This is a great opportunity for someone with forklift experience who is looking to develop new skills within a manufacturing environment.
You do not need previous stone manufacturing experience. What's important is that you have a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence, are confident using a tape measure, are a quick learner and are willing to be trained.
To Apply Please Contact:
Michael O'Hare
01462 670666
michael.ohare@irweb.co.uk
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