Packing Technician

KLA; Newport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Pension scheme

Cash health plan

Cycle to work

Global bonus plan

Share scheme

Life assurance

Job summary

KLA’s Newport facility is seeking a proactive Packing Technician to join the Packing and Logistics team. You will pack, document and dispatch spares, service parts and ship kits to support customer demand and quarterly revenue objectives.

Based in Newport, you will work with Manufacturing, Planning, Stores and Quality to maintain shipment schedules, drive on-time delivery and uphold safety and quality standards. Proficiency with Excel/Word and SAP is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in packing, logistics, shipping, stores or manufacturing environment.
• Strong accuracy in packing, documentation and shipping tasks.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills in a fast-paced setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities across multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Pack, prepare and ship manufacturing products, spare parts, ship kits and upgrades per customer priorities.
• Ensure packing and shipping activities meet safety, quality standards and procedures.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing to monitor tool completion and availability for shipment.
• Verify BOM alignment and kit components with the Stores team before shipment.
• Create, review and maintain accurate shipping documents for customers and internal use.
• Liaise with on-site shipping contractor for timely booking, handover and dispatch.
• Support inventory accuracy, packing material management and housekeeping in packing area.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting shipment schedules or quarterly targets.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Planning, Supply Chain and Quality for continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Independence

Teamwork

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company Overview

The SPTS division of KLA, designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC’s and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Company Overview

The SPTS division of KLA, designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC’s and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

At KLA, we design, develop and manufacture high-tech capital equipment for the global semiconductor industry. We are seeking a proactive and thorough Packing Technician to join our Packing and Logistics team!

Based at our innovative manufacturing facility in Newport, South Wales, this role is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing spares, service parts, and ship kits are packed, documented, and dispatched efficiently to support customer demand and achieve quarterly revenue objectives. Working closely with Manufacturing, Planning, Stores, Quality and Customer Operations teams, the Packing Technician will play a key role in maintaining shipment schedules, driving on-time delivery performance and supporting operational excellence and safety across the business!

Day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Packing, preparing and shipping manufacturing products, spare parts, ship kits, upgrades and short-shipment requirements in line with customer and business priorities.
• Ensuring all packing and shipping activities are completed safely, accurately and in accordance with quality standards and established procedures.
• Collaborating closely with Manufacturing teams to monitor tool completion status and ensure products are available and ready for shipment according to planned schedules.
• Working with the SPTS Stores team to verify all kit components are received, complete and aligned to Bills of Material (BOMs) before shipment.
• Creating, reviewing and maintaining accurate shipping documentation to meet internal and customer requirements.
• Coordinating with the on-site shipping contractor to ensure timely booking, handover and dispatch of shipments.
• Support inventory accuracy, packing material management, and housekeeping standards within the packing and logistics area.
• Proactively identifying and resolving issues that could impact shipment schedules, customer deliveries or quarterly revenue targets.
• Collaborating with Manufacturing, Planning, Supply Chain and Quality teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure efficient execution of shipping priorities.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. For this role we are looking for someone who:

• Previous experience within a packing, logistics, shipping, stores or manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in packing, documentation and shipping activities.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritise workload in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system would be advantageous.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work, with a focus on meeting customer commitments and business objectives.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing positively as part of a wider team.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality and operational excellence.

Working Hours

This is a permanent full‑time position working Monday to Friday on a rotating shift pattern:

Week 1: 6:00am to 2:00pm

Week 2: 2:00pm to 10:00pm

A shift premium payment applies for all applicable shifts worked.

What will we offer you?

This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a global technology leader and play a key role in supporting the delivery of advanced semiconductor equipment to customers around the world.

KLA’s benefits package includes: Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme, life assurance.

Minimum Qualifications

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees. KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer