Warehouse Operative

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics company as a Multi-Task Operative in Ipswich. You'll provide essential support for the Boeing contract, ensuring efficient operations while working in a valued team. Enjoy competitive pay, excellent training, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

26 days holidays plus bank holidays

2 volunteering days per year

3x Life Assurance Option

Tailored personal development and training programme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on high street stores

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Knowledge of military aerospace logistics preferred.
• Experience working to targets and specific processes.

Responsibilities

• Operation of Management of Joint Deployed Inventory (MJDI).
• Undertake all warehousing duties, including operation of MHE.
• Prioritising and responding to customer queries.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Be part of our warehouse team – where your effort is valued and rewarded.

Your Role

Due to internal reorganisation within the Leonardo contract, we have a vacancy for a Multi-Task Operative based at Wattisham, near Ipswich in Suffolk. Reporting to the Warehouse Team Leader, you will work as part of an effective and efficient team, providing logistics support to the Boeing contract.

Your Responsibilities

• Working as part of a team covering 08:00 to 17:00.
• Prioritising and responding to customer queries and requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Operation of the Management of Joint Deployed Inventory (MJDI) and other computerised systems as required (training will be provided).
• Adherence to Company standards as detailed in the Code of Conduct Policy, and compliance with Safe Working Practices.
• Undertake all warehousing duties, including operation of MHE and delivery vehicles, to ensure efficient operation of the service contract.
• Report all discrepancies that may affect the performance of the contract to the relevant Team Leader.
• Work in close co-operation with personnel of Air Station Wattisham.
• Other duties as assigned, including special projects, reports, or data capture.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Knowledge of military aerospace logistics preferred.
• Experience working to targets and specific processes, with good attention to detail.
• Understanding of warehouse practices.
• Understanding of KPIs and customer service.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Reliable, with good timekeeping and communication skills.

Good Reasons to Join

We offer competitive pay rates, superb training opportunities, and a great working environment. You will be respected and valued, with genuine opportunities to progress and develop.

• 26 days holidays plus bank holidays.
• 2 volunteering days per year.
• 3x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme.
• A tailored personal development and training programme.
• Trusted and empowered to deliver your best.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounts on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's & more).
• Refer a friend scheme.

As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognises the skills, expertise, and value service leavers bring to our organisation.