Logistics Operative | Buckinghamshire | £28,900 + overtime + bonus

Owen Gardner Talent; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave + bank holidays

Subsidised canteen

Annual performance bonus

Early finish Fridays

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Owen Gardner Talent is representing a Logistics Operative in Buckinghamshire. The role supports tooling, consumables and stock control to keep production supplied and records accurate. You will work with internal teams and suppliers to ensure availability and timely deliveries.

The successful candidate will have stores/logistics experience in manufacturing, strong IT skills, and a careful, team-oriented approach. Onsite role with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous stores, warehouse, logistics or inventory experience in manufacturing.
• Experience using computerised inventory control or stock management systems.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Reliable, organised and methodical.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Forklift licence preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge of inventory management in aerospace/precision manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Issue tooling, fixtures, gauges and consumables to manufacturing teams.
• Receive, check and store incoming tooling, stock and materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using stock control systems.
• Carry out regular stock checks and cycle counts.
• Prepare, pack and label items for internal transfer and external shipment.
• Process tooling requests and coordinate deliveries to production areas.
• Assist with inventory replenishment across departments.
• Ensure tooling and stock data is kept up to date in systems.
• Support 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to health, safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Teamwork

IT literacy

Tools

Stock control systems

Job description

Logistics Operative | Buckinghamshire | £28,900 + overtime + bonus

Job Openings Logistics Operative | Buckinghamshire | £28,900 + overtime + bonus

About the job Logistics Operative | Buckinghamshire | £28,900 + overtime + bonus

Location: Buckinghamshire (onsite)
Salary: £28,900 basic + overtime opportunities
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:45pm, Friday: 8:00am – 12:00pm

What's In It For You

• Basic salary of £28,900
• Overtime opportunities available
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Subsidised canteen
• Annual performance bonus (typically 5-10%)
• Early finish every Friday

The Opportunity

An established and highly respected precision manufacturing organisation is seeking a Logistics Operative to join its Tool Stores team. This role plays a key part in supporting manufacturing operations through the management, control and distribution of tooling, consumables, materials and stock.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal production teams and external suppliers, ensuring materials, tooling and equipment are available when required and inventory records remain accurate and up to date.

Key Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing teams by issuing tooling, fixtures, gauges and consumable items.
• Receive, check and store incoming tooling, stock and materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using computerised stock control systems.
• Carry out regular stock checks and cycle counts.
• Prepare, pack and label items for internal transfer and external shipment.
• Process tooling requests and coordinate deliveries to production areas.
• Assist with inventory replenishment activities across manufacturing departments.
• Ensure tooling and stock data is accurate and updated within internal systems.
• Support continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.
• Adhere to all company health, safety and quality procedures.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous stores, warehouse, logistics or inventory experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment.
• Experience using computerised inventory control or stock management systems.
• Good IT skills, including basic use of Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Reliable, organised and methodical approach to work.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
• Forklift experience (licence preferred but not essential).
• Knowledge of inventory management systems and stock control procedures.
• Experience within aerospace, engineering or precision manufacturing environments.

Essential Screening Criteria (Must Have)

• UK National or resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years with Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) or Full Settled Status.
• Eligibility to pass relevant right-to-work and background checks.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable logistics or stores professional looking to join a well-established manufacturing business offering strong benefits, job security and long-term career prospects.