Operations Assistant
| Posting date: | 02 July 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 August 2025 |
| Location: | Paignton, Devon, TQ12 4BP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | a1WNz000002vtY5MAI_1751446630 |
Summary
Location: Paignton
Hours: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Monday to Friday / Saturday (hours may vary) overtime available
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Temporary - August to December
About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Operations Assistant to support our busy production and warehouse team in Paignton. This physical role is perfect for someone looking to gain hands-on experience and build leadership skills, making it a great opportunity for a team lead or supervisor wanting to take the next step in their career.
Key Responsibilities:- Assist in leading and managing the production and warehouse teams.
- Book in/out all raw materials and finished goods accurately.
- Perform continual quality control checks on incoming components and finished products.
- Maintain all documentation manually and within the Odoo system.
- Identify and report damaged, lost, or missing merchandise promptly to the Operations Manager.
- Monitor order progress, stock availability, and delivery schedules.
- Support the Operations Manager to ensure manufacturing meets tight schedules and high standards.
- Record and report reject levels and surplus stock for supplier notifications or resale.
- Fully implement and comply with all company procedures, policies, and audit standards including BRC S&D, ISO9001 & SMETA 2 pillar.
- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment adhering to legal regulations.
- Manage KPIs set by the Operations Manager and maintain open communication between employees and management.
- Work to reduce expenses and increase productivity across product lines.
- Perform any other relevant duties as required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (spreadsheets, formulas, and data entry).
- Computer literate and comfortable using Odoo or similar systems.
- Physically capable of heavy lifting and moving components.
- Forklift license advantageous but not essential.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Great opportunity to develop leadership skills and gain team lead or supervisory experience.
- Supportive and dynamic working environment.
- Commitment to safety and quality standards.
- free parking.
- Candidate Rewards Scheme.
- 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday).
- Online payslips.
- Weekly pay.
- Pension contribution.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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