Material Handling Operator/Spares Engineer

Adecco Portugal; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

1.25x rate for weekday overtime

1.5x rate for weekend work

Flexible working hours

Full training provided

FLT conversion training

Job summary

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is seeking a Material Handling Operator / Spares Engineer in Lincoln. You will operate forklifts, receive, store and move materials, and support production by ensuring spares and components are available across Teal Park and Ruston sites.

The role offers training, overtime opportunities, and a flexible day-shift schedule with strong emphasis on accuracy and safety in a busy logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, stores or logistics experience.
• Forklift truck operating experience.
• Basic IT and computer skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift trucks to move materials around site.
• Load and unload deliveries and book goods into SAP.
• Pick, pack and kit materials for production.
• Maintain accurate inventory in warehouse locations.
• Follow health, safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Basic IT

Tools

SAP

UK driving licence

Job description

Material Handling Operator / Spares Engineer

Lincoln (Teal Park & Ruston Sites)

Pay: £15.87 per hour PAYE

Contract: 6-Month Rolling Contract

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm (Flexible Start/Finish Times Available)

Start Date: ASAP

Join a Global Engineering Organisation

We're looking for a proactive and dependable Material Handling Operator / Spares Engineer to join a busy logistics and stores operation in Lincoln. This is a fantastic opportunity to support world-class manufacturing projects while developing your skills within an experienced and supportive team.

Working within a fast-paced warehouse and logistics environment, you'll play a key role in ensuring materials, components, and spares are received, stored, moved, and delivered efficiently to support production activities across multiple sites.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Overtime available
• 1.25x rate for weekday overtime
• 1.5x rate for weekend work
• Flexible working hours within day shifts
• Full training provided
• Opportunity to gain additional skills, including FLT conversion training where required
• Join a highly respected engineering and manufacturing organisation

Location

Based primarily at:

• Teal Park Road, Lincoln, LN6 3AD

You must be willing to work across both sites when required:

• Teal Park
• Ruston

The Role

As part of a 17-person stores and logistics team, you'll be responsible for the safe and efficient movement, storage, and control of materials used in manufacturing operations.

You’ll receive full training and support to ensure you're confident carrying out all aspects of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating forklift trucks to move materials safely around site
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Receiving, checking and booking goods into SAP
• Picking, packing and kitting materials for production
• Storing stock accurately within warehouse locations and high-rise racking
• Maintaining accurate inventory records
• Operating overhead cranes (training provided where applicable)Supporting production teams by ensuring materials are available when needed
• Assisting with resolving material shortages and operational issues
• Following all health, safety and quality procedures

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on role, takes pride in accuracy, and thrives in a busy warehouse or logistics environment.

Essential Experience

• Previous warehouse, stores or logistics experience
• Forklift truck operating experience
• Basic IT and computer skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable commute to Lincoln and flexibility to work across both sites

Desirable Experience

• Valid FLT licence or certification
• SAP experience
• Full UK driving licence
• Overhead crane operating experience
• Manufacturing, engineering or industrial experience

Additional Requirements

• An in-date FLT licence is highly desirable
• Candidates with previous FLT experience may undertake a conversion course if required
• Successful applicants will complete a pre-employment medical assessment

Interview Process

• One-stage interview
• Microsoft Teams or face-to-face
• Fast turnaround process

Who Would This Suit?

This role would suit an experienced Warehouse Operative, Stores Person, Logistics Operator, Material Handler, FLT Driver, Goods In Operative, Inventory Controller, or Spares Coordinator looking to join a respected engineering organisation with excellent long-term opportunities.

If you're looking for a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same and where you'll play a vital part in supporting a busy manufacturing operation, we'd love to hear from you.

Note

Adecco is a Disability Confident employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.