Job Description Summary

Are you a dedicated and flexible professional with a passion for logistics and material handling? Join our dynamic team as a Logistics Operative and play a crucial role in ensuring our products are delivered safely on time, and in perfect condition.

Job Description

Please note that this role is not office based. Material Handling experience in a warehouse setting would be of most use for this particular position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Material Handling: Transport materials from receiving or production areas to designated locations using manual or electric hand trucks.
• Kitting Materials: Prepare and kit materials for delivery to the manufacturing line.
• 5S Inspections: Conduct regular 5S inspections to maintain a clean and efficient workspace.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to and promote EHS best practices, aligning fully with GE EHS standards.

Knowledge and Expertise:

• Transportation Methods: Proficiency in road, sea, air, and multimodal freight.
• Specialized Freight: Experience with dangerous goods, heavy lifts, and oversized loads.
• Industrial Packing and Import/Export: Knowledge of industrial packing techniques and import/export procedures.

Shift Flexibility:

• Shift Patterns: Early and late shifts (6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm, Monday – Thursday), with shorter shifts on Fridays.
• Shift Premium: Additional allowance for shift work beyond base salary.
• Future Shifts: Potential for minor adjustments as production increases and stabilizes.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Education and Experience: Good general education and proven experience in material handling.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with computerized stores management systems (SAP knowledge is a plus) and understanding of Kanban/FIFO systems.
• Certifications: Forklift truck operator certificate. Counterbalance/Aisle Master and Multi-Directional (Combi) licenses are desirable.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and results driven.
  • Able to meet deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Proficiency in English (additional languages are a bonus).
  • Willingness to work flexible shift patterns to meet production needs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: Attractive base salary with additional shift allowances.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Engage in a fast-paced and supportive team setting.
• Growth Opportunities: Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Impactful Role: Contribute to the success and efficiency of our manufacturing operations.

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in logistics, apply now to become a valued member of our team!

About GE – Grid Solutions

UK Grid Solutions Limited - Power Electronics, Stafford is an international leader in high power electronics and control technology, specialising in the engineering of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Transmission Systems using both Line-Commutated (thyristor-based) and Voltage-Sourced (IGBT-based) converter technologies.

With over 50 years of experience in HVDC, GE worldwide HVDC Centre of Excellence in Stafford provides complete turn-key solutions for the rapidly growing global HVDC market.  Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Test Laboratories and Research & Development are all located in Stafford. This unique setup gives HVDC engineers at Stafford exposure across the manufacturing cycle; allowing innovation and design to quickly influence new and existing products. The HVDC Research & Development Departments are at the forefront of worldwide innovation in HVDC and are expanding rapidly.  

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