Workshop Logistics Operative/yardhand

Kion Group; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in material handling seeks a Warehouse and Engineer Support Operative to manage logistics within their West Bromwich facility. The role involves ensuring operational efficiency in the warehouse, supporting engineers with equipment, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should possess a Full Forklift Driver Licence and a commitment to maintaining high workplace standards. With opportunities for overtime, annual leave, and industry-leading training, this position offers a pathway to grow within an established company.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme with employer contribution

Discount scheme for various UK brands

World-class Linde specialized product training

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations and handling equipment.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of inventory.
• Understanding of workplace safety and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound and outbound goods, ensuring accuracy.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse.
• Support engineers with the movement and charging of equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Full Forklift Driver Licence

Job description

Warehouse and engineer support operative is required to manage goods in/out of both trucks and ancillary equipment with no errors and ensure detailed records are maintained. The warehouse, including yard and racking, needs to be kept in a clean manner. All forklift trucks are to be stored to utilise space efficiently with easy accessibility, ensuring engineers can complete work without delays.

What we offer:

• Ensure a consistent safe working environment is maintained in the workshop and warehouse facilities.
• Make sure all trucks are available for collection and report issues before the delivery driver arrives; complete pre- and post-inspections.
• Unload and distribute parts deliveries to engineers, with anomalies actioned.
• Charge electric trucks and top up batteries so engineers can work on/collect without delay.
• Load/unload all products with detailed records maintained; all items goods receipted on system.
• Manage storage/racking to include space utilisation, access, and identification.
• Maintain housekeeping to meet 5S standards.
• Be proactive in workshop/warehouse cleanliness.
• Provide support for workshop activities, including driving, jumpstarting, steam cleaning trucks, and parts returns scrapping of trucks.
• Follow company procedures on collection and delivery of FLT, including Goods Receipt (GR), and maintain records.
• Liaise with STR and sales admin to ensure efficient collection and delivery of products.
• Support asset controller during peak demand and absence.
• Assist in scrapping, removal, and processing of reusable parts from end-of-life forklift trucks.

Tasks and Qualifications:

What we Offer?

• Salary dependent on experience.
• 40-hour working week.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Occasional on-call support paid additionally.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution; minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Discount scheme with access to deals from major UK brands.
• World-class Linde specialised product training.
• Full Forklift Driver Licence.

What to Expect?

• Structured 6-week onboarding and training plan.
• Buddy support system.
• Overnight parts deliveries.
• PPE and uniform supplied, with cleaning service.
• Ongoing manufacturer training on material handling equipment.
• Local support from colleagues.
• Varied role with daily different challenges.