Our client is the UK's leading manufacturer of furnaces & ovens for the laboratory and process markets. Their products enjoy a global reputation for quality & performance with more than 65% of sales derived from Export markets. Design and manufacturing take place at their purpose built facility on the outskirts of Sheffield in the beautiful Peak District National Park.
A vacancy exists for a:-
LOGISTICS OPERATIVE - STORES
Due to the continued success and growth of the business, we are delighted to be recruiting for a Logistics Operative to join a busy Stores Department. The role includes a variety of different tasks, including the handling of purchased parts and surplus stock. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with a 'can do' attitude, who can work well on their own as well as being part of a team.
Primary responsibilities:
- Electronically issuing stock and processing relevant paperwork and transactions.
- Processing Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system.
- Responsible for putting away bespoke project item components in accordance with internal procedure.
- Support the Stores Team Leader with tasks such as Standard Operating Procedures.
- Oversee surplus stock and manage accordingly.
- Participation in regular stock control counts.
- Be available to cover in the goods inwards/receiving department when required.
Key Skills and Requirements:
- Experience of working in a Stores/Warehouse environment would be preferable but is not essential as full training can be given to the right applicant.
- Counterbalance forklift truck licence would be preferred.
- The role will involve regular, repetitive lifting and handling of materials and equipment.
- Good communication skills.
- Excellent people skills and a team player.
- Basic computer skills would be an advantage.
What we can offer you:
- 37.50 Hours per week, Mon-Thurs 8.00 - 4.45 pm, Friday 8.00 -12.30 pm (Early finish on a Friday).
- Hourly Rate circa £10.56 based on experience.
- Company incentive scheme.
- Premium rates for overtime.
- Generous salary sacrifice pension plan with 7.5% Employer contributions
and with 8 x salary death in service policy - 23 days annual leave rising to 26 after 3 years - plus statutory days.