Storeperson (S&T)

Location: Burton on Trent, Staffordshire (DE13 8EN)
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–16:30, Friday 08:00–13:00 (37 hours per week)
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Stores Operative to join our team. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accurate receipt, handling, movement, and despatch of goods in line with company procedures. You will work within a fast‑paced environment, maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate stock records, ensuring correct quantity, batch, and location entries within Oracle.

Carry out stock movements and transactions promptly using RF scanning devices for real‑time data accuracy.

Receive inbound goods, completing visual checks, counts, and documentation verification.

Book items into Oracle and store them correctly using RF scanning equipment.

Pick customer orders efficiently and accurately, validating item and location accuracy through RF scanners.

Prepare and produce outbound delivery documentation in line with company requirements.

Safely operate a variety of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) including VNA, Bendi, Reach Truck, and Counterbalance Forklift (as required).

Liaise with couriers, drivers, and internal teams to resolve documentation or stock‑related issues.

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

Previous experience in a warehouse or stores environment.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.

Problem‑solving skills and the ability to work using your own initiative.

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Posses Valid licences for: Counterbalance Forklift/Bendi VNA
(Reach Truck and additional MHE licences are desirable)

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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