Logistics Operative - 6 month Fixed Term Contract

Spirax-Sarco Engineering; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is looking for a motivated Logistics Operative for a 6-month fixed-term contract in Falmouth. This role involves carrying out diverse logistics duties, ensuring compliance with health and safety, and maintaining high standards. Ideal candidates will have logistics experience, good communication skills, and familiarity with lean principles. Join a dynamic team with opportunities for growth and a variety of benefits, including a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Generous holiday allowance

Paid volunteering leave

Inclusivity support and benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in logistics, materials handling, and distribution.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals.
• High motivation and a flexible attitude.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with IT tools including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out logistics duties as assigned.
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance.
• Utilise automated equipment for efficiency.
• Complete documentation and operational procedures.
• Maintain 6S standards in the department.
• Analyse performance and implement self-improvement.
• Support quality team in root cause analysis.

Skills

Logistics experience

Communication skills

Flexible and motivated

Lean manufacturing principles

Familiar with IT tools

Root cause analysis experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Logistics Operative - 6 month Fixed Term Contract

Location: Watson Marlow - Bickland Water Road

Location Type: On-Site

Website: https://www.wmfts.com/en/

Group: https://www.spiraxgroup.com/

Watson‑Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi‑national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.

When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Visit our website to learn more.

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and motivated Logistics Operative - 6 month Fixed Term Contract to join our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of logistics duties as allocated by the Value Stream Manager or Team Leader.
• Be responsible for the Health & Safety of yourself and others in line with our EHS Roles and Responsibilities.
• Utilise automated lifting equipment to reduce the risk of manual strain and injuries.
• Prepare and complete required documentation and fulfil operational procedures and ERP processes.
• Maintain a flexible approach, working across all tubing areas where business demands require.
• Keep good 6S standards within the department making sure all rubbish is placed in bins and not left on the floor, that all machines are placed in the correct locations when finished with and that work surfaces are kept tidy at all times.
• Utilise lean methodology to optimise all processes within logistics to ensure we are lean and efficient in all that we do.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable ISO standards including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001.
• Self‑analyse performance; plan and implement your own improvement.
• Ensure that the correct quality controls and measures are adhered to; support the quality team on RCCA (Root Cause and Corrective Action) as required.
• Actively report near misses and support activities to deliver improvements.

Skills / Experience

• Previous experience of working within logistics including materials handling, packing, warehousing, storing and distribution of goods.
• Good communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across a diverse group of people.
• Flexible, high motivation with a can do attitude.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarisation with IT tools – including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Experience of being involved in investigations of non‑conformance and root cause analysis.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• A generous holiday allowance
• Three days’ paid volunteering leave
• Additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan

Who we are

We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We encourage flexible working arrangements and provide a range of additional benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

Company Overview

At Watson‑Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, we are driven by innovation and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered to make a difference. As a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies for the life sciences and process industries, we offer a wide range of products, including tubing, specialised filling systems and products for single‑use applications.

Our shared purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 116 countries we provide the solutions that are behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones!

Our inclusive culture and values unite us, guide our decisions and inspire us everywhere we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.

All procedures and EEO statements

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

For more information about our inclusion commitment, learn more at spiraxgroup.com/inclusion.