Warehouse Operative

Job description

Ipeco Holdings Limited was founded in 1960. More than 50 years on it is still a privately owned UK company. We are engaged in the design, development, manufacture and test of niche products for the aerospace and defence industries. Principal products include aircraft crew seating, executive passenger seating, galley inserts, salt bath brazed chassis and electronic power management systems.

Ipeco operates across a wide range of market sectors and is always seeking new staff in a variety of disciplines - from machining and assembly to commercial, technical and administration. We depend on and value highly the skills of our employees, in order to achieve our business goals and to uphold our reputation for high quality service.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The processing of parts/assemblies/materials within warehouse locations.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for the completion of day-to-day Stores related SAP based transactions and the associated physical goods movements. These will include:
• Put away processes – Locating parts into a controlled storage location so that part number, batch number and quantity requirements are maintained.
• Kitting processes – Removal of parts from controlled storage locations for consumption in subsequent production/repair/delivery processes and in accordance with part number, batch number and quantity requirements.
• Transfer processes – The transfer of stock from one controlled location into another controlled location whilst maintaining part number, batch number and quantity requirements.
• Adherence to preservation of product requirements during all physical stock movements.
• Adherence to housekeeping requirements that are aligned to the assigned area of responsibility.
• Adherence to inventory management controls within the assigned area or responsibility, such that all batch traceability requirements are maintained.
• Use of company vehicles (e.g., Forklifts and inter-building delivery Vans) as required and when approved to do so.
• Completion of cycle counting activities as directed.
• Preparation of parts / assemblies for external delivery.
• Provide support to other areas of the Business outside of the assigned area of responsibility when required and where reasonably practical to do so.
• To abide by specific internally established control systems and authorities and conduct activities in accordance with all applicable laws and the company's standards and policies, including its environmental, safety and health policies.

This is not an exhaustive list.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic literacy skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSE English and Math's (or equivalent) at grade C or above
• Stores / Inventory processing activities
• Experience in using SAP
• Experience of material handling and packing
• Computer literate

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• The Company offers competitive benefits including:
• Health Care Cash Plan*
• Employee Assistance Programme*
• Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees (6% increasing to 7%)
• Enhanced holiday (24 days holiday in addition to UK bank and public holidays)
• Life Assurance
• Company Sick Pay Scheme*
• Flexitime
• Early finish on Friday's
• Sports and Social Club
• Free car parking
• Free access to a local gym**
• Onsite café**

(*Available after 1 year of service)

(** Based in Southend on Sea)

Due to the anticipated high number of applications to be received, unfortunately we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates. If you have not had a response from us within two weeks after applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to £12.30 per hour

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience using SAP?
• Do you have experience of material handling and packing
• Do you have experience stores / Inventory processing activities
• Do you have a UK Driving license?

Work Location: In person