Material Handler & Warehousing Operative

Morson Edge; Severn Beach; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace Bristol is seeking a Material Handling & Warehouse Operator for a 6-month ongoing contract. The role covers receiving, storage, picking, packing and shipping, with focus on inventory accuracy and safe operation of site equipment.

Shift patterns include core days and a 7 Day Fortnight schedule, with hours up to 37.5 per week. Experience in aerospace or manufacturing environments is desirable, as is familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, logistics, stores or material handling environments.
• Practical knowledge of internal material flow and warehousing processes.
• Experience using material handling equipment.
• Strong understanding of safety and quality requirements in manufacturing.
• Ability to accurately record and process inventory transactions.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard work procedures for receiving, shipping, warehousing and inventory control.
• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts and tow trains.
• Record material movements in transactional systems (goods receipts, bookings, inventory).
• Support inbound material flow and monitor delivery performance.
• Receive, inspect and store inbound deliveries per procedures.
• Track product and material availability to support operations.
• Pick, pack and prepare materials for shipment.
• Support shipping activities with carriers for timely movement.
• Process returns and assist with reverse logistics as required.
• Locate and move stock within the facility.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and cycle counts.
• Contribute ideas to improve safety, quality and warehouse efficiency

Skills

Warehouse/logistics experience

Material handling equipment

Safety & quality compliance

Inventory transactions

Communication & teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

Job description

Material Handling & Warehouse Operator

GKN Aerospace | Bristol, Western Approach

Contract: 6 Months Ongoing

Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week

Reporting To: Site Logistics Manager

Shift Patterns & Pay Rates

We are recruiting for positions across the following shift patterns:

• Core Days: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 15:30 - £14.92 per hour
• 7 Day Fortnight Days : Typically 06:00 - 18:00 - Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat Sun (Week 1), Wed, Thurs (Week 2) - £19.10 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Follow standard work procedures for material handling activities including receiving, shipping, warehousing and inventory control.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety, quality and operational requirements.
• Operate approved material handling equipment including forklifts, tow trains and other site-specific equipment.
• Record material movements accurately within transactional record systems, including goods receipts, bookings and inventory transactions.
• Support inbound material flow activities and monitor delivery performance.
• Receive, inspect and store inbound deliveries in accordance with established procedures.
• Track product and material availability to support operational requirements.
• Pick, pack and prepare materials and products for shipment.
• Support shipping activities and work with carriers to ensure timely movement of materials.
• Process returns and assist with reverse logistics activities where required.
• Locate, prepare and physically move stock throughout the facility.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and inventory status within warehouse systems.
• Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory procedures.
• Contribute ideas and initiatives that improve safety, quality, efficiency and overall warehouse performance.

Essential Requirements

• Experience within a warehouse, logistics, stores or material handling environment.
• Practical knowledge of internal material flow and warehousing processes.
• Experience using material handling equipment.
• Strong understanding of safety and quality requirements within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to accurately record and process inventory transactions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional approach with strong attention to detail.

Desirable Experience

• Inventory Management.
• Transport Management.
• Inbound Operations.
• Outbound Operations.
• Experience within aerospace, manufacturing, automotive, engineering or similar industrial sectors.
• Experience using ERP, warehouse management or inventory management systems - SAP

Additional Information

This role may require specific licences, certifications or accreditations to operate material handling equipment used on site. Any required qualifications will be discussed during the recruitment process.

If you have experience in warehouse operations, stores, logistics, stock control or materials handling and are looking to join a world-leading aerospace manufacturer, we'd like to hear from you