Logistics Operative in Broadheath, Trafford

CareerMakers are recruiting an experienced Logistics Operative in Trafford, Manchester, for a permanent opportunity within a busy manufacturing and operations environment. The role will suit somebody with strong stores, stock control and inventory experience who is organised, self-motivated and comfortable supporting production requirements in a fast-moving environment.

The Package for the Logistics Operative role:

-Salary: £28,000 per annum.

-Company contributory pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution.

-Death in Service, Permanent Health Insurance, and Cash Benefit schemes.

-Statutory sick pay.

-Hours: Monday to Thursday 07:30 - 16:00 (20-minute lunch); Friday 07:30 - 13:40 (no lunch).

The Logistics Operative role:

The Logistics Operative will support the day-to-day running of stores and warehouse activity, ensuring stock movements, production picking, incoming goods, shortages, returns and associated documentation are managed accurately. The role also includes the use of lifting equipment, occasional company-vehicle deliveries and collections, and close daily coordination with the operations team.

Key Responsibilities for the Logistics Operative role:

• Ensure compliance with the company's Health & Safety requirements and maintain a safe warehouse environment for employees and visitors.
• Use lifting equipment, including overhead crane and forklift truck, in line with training and relevant regulations, with strict awareness of other personnel in the immediate area.
• Pack small orders and prepare associated shipping documents, ensuring all machine-related documentation is correct and complete.
• Book completed machines into stock in Sage 200 and manage stock movements, including issuing, un-issuing and booking returned parts back into stock.
• Record and address Category 1 shortages (stock items), chasing or placing orders with suppliers as required.
• Handle quality rejections from the shop floor, communicate with suppliers, arrange returns, expedite replacements and update the COPQ database as required.
• Place purchase orders from MRP as required.
• Ensure orders are picked in line with the production schedule and expedite Category 2 shortages with the operations team.
• Maintain accurate stock control, including cycle counting and warehouse organisation.
• Order and manage consumable stock for the shop floor.
• Receive incoming goods, check for damage, verify against delivery notes and book items into the system. Issue parts to machines where required.
• Attend daily 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. meetings with operations to coordinate stores requirements and action production needs.
• Participate in warehouse safety checks and report hazards.
• Handle occasional deliveries and collections using the company vehicle.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, cleanliness and organisation using 5S principles.
• Support stock takes and cycle counting.
• Maintain picked machine orders in line with the production schedule.
• Maintain and update picking lists for shortages on machines that are in build.

Essential Experience for the Logistics Operative role:

• Strong stock-control and inventory-management experience.
• Full driving licence.
• Computer skills including email and Excel.
• Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision and able to prioritise duties in a fast-moving environment.
• Well organised, enthusiastic, flexible and able to demonstrate a can-do attitude.

Desirable Experience for the Logistics Operative role:

• Previous experience in stores or logistics roles.
• Sage 200 experience - training can be provided if needed.
• Forklift truck licence - training can be provided if required.
• Experience using overhead cranes or other warehouse lifting equipment.
• Experience working with MRP, purchase orders, production shortages and manufacturing stores.

Working Hours for the Logistics Operative role:

Monday to Thursday: 07:30 - 16:00 (20-minute lunch).
Friday: 07:30 - 13:40 (no lunch).

How to Apply for the Logistics Operative role:

Apply with an up-to-date CV and details of your availability. All applications will be handled confidentially by CareerMakers Engineering Perms Division.