Warehouse Supervisor (Manufacturing/Stores)

Location: Backer Heatrod Ltd, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0AN

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Full Time: 07:30 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:30 to 12:50 Friday (38 hours per week)

About us:

Based in Greater Manchester, Backer Heatrod 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

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

Inventory & Stock Control

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

Receiving & Dispatch

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

Operational Efficiency

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

Health, Safety & Compliance

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

Equipment & Facilities

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

About you:

Skills & Experience:

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

Qualifications:

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

Key Attributes:

• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive and results-driven approach
• Strong decision-making skills
  

What we can offer you:

• 25 days (plus bank holidays) holiday increasing with length of service
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral scheme
• Cash Health Plan
• Staff social events through the year
  

Please apply with your CV and covering letter to [email protected]