Processing Operative

About the Company

ASD Ltd is one of the leading metal stockholders and processing suppliers in the UK. We are renowned for supplying a diverse range of ferrous and non-ferrous products. Our extensive in-house processing portfolio in combination with our expertise enables us to deliver cost efficient metal solutions and high-quality steel products.

We are passionate about sustainability and aim to transform our industry by playing an active role in building a sustainable future for our employees, customers, community and future generations.

Role Overview

At Birkenhead, we bring together extensive hot-rolled coil stock and advanced de-coiling capabilities under one roof. The primary purpose of this role will be to work as a team to operate one of our two de-coiling machines, pick, process and load customer orders and offload incoming stock.

Key Responsibilities

• Work to customer specifications to ensure material is processed in accordance with these.

• Pick and process computer-generated customer orders, including repetitive handling and lifting of large and heavy materials.

• Accurately record stock movements and product usage using SAP.

• Safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes to transfer stock (where qualified).

• Assist with the production, preparation, and dispatch of customer orders.

• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.

• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Demonstrate flexibility to support operational requirements as needed.

Essential Requirements

• Stable and consistent employment history.

• Experience of working in a heavy industry environment (preferably in steel).

• Ability to safely handle large and heavy steel products.

• Strong work ethic and commitment to health and safety.

• Experience of operating overhead cranes and counterbalance forklift trucks.

What we offer:

As well as a competitive salary we also offer an attractive benefits package which includes:

• Life assurance

• Contributory pension (5% contribution matched by the company)

• Discount cards for shops and restaurants

• Gym and health club discounts

• Holiday trading

• Cycle to work scheme

• Medicash (healthcare) programme

• Employee assistance programme

• Lifetime financial wellbeing