SMT Logistics Operative

Sumitomo Heavy Industries (Europe); Amstelveen; On-site; EUR 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Modern manufacturing environment

Supportive team culture

Opportunities to develop skills and be

Safety-first working environment

Job summary

Invertek Drives Ltd in Welshpool, UK, is seeking a Logistics Operative to support the PCBA and production operation. You will kit and issue materials, load and unload goods, and operate forklift trucks with training provided.

The role also covers stock control, cycle counts, and maintaining a clean, safe working environment while contributing to continuous improvement in the PCBA area. We value reliability, enthusiasm, teamwork, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Reliable and enthusiastic individuals who can work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement in the PCBA operation.
• Capable of following safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Kitting and issuing materials and orders to SMT areas.
• Loading and unloading goods.
• Operating forklift trucks (training provided where required).
• Stock control and inventory management.
• Supporting cycle counts, stock audits and continuous inventory accuracy.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stock control

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Tools

Forklift trucks

Job description

Sumitomo Drive Technologies

Operations

• Full-time

Welshpool SY21, UK

Posted on Sep 2, 2026

Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI) is a global integrated manufacturer of industrial machinery with a tradition of excellence and innovation that spans over 400 years. Our division “Drive Technologies” (DT) in EMEIA stands for an established global designer, manufacturer, and supplier of drives, custom drive solutions, industrial gearboxes, electrical motors and variable frequency drives.

Invertek Drives - headquartered in Welshpool, UK - is a fast growing global company dedicated to the design, development and manufacturing of energy saving variable frequency drive technology.

We are committed to acting responsibly in the world in which we operate. Our drive for a cooler planet began nearly 25 years ago with a range of variable frequency drives that reduce energy used by electric motors in applications around the world.

We continue to dedicate our energies to reducing carbon emissions. From electric vehicles to sustainable infrastructure and processes, we are taking steps towards a greener future.

SMT Logistics Operative

This is a hands-on role supporting our PCBA & production operation, with responsibilities including:

• Kitting and issuing materials and orders to SMT areas
• Loading and unloading goods
• Operating forklift trucks (training provided where required)
• Stock control and inventory management
• Supporting cycle counts, stock audits and continuous inventory accuracy.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Supporting continuous improvement within the PCBA operation

We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic individuals who can work effectively as part of a team while also demonstrating initiative and a proactive approach to work.

Working Hours

This Is a Rotating Shift Role, Alternating Weekly Between

Monday to Friday, 06:00 – 14:00 (Early Shift)

Monday to Friday, 14:00 – 22:00 (Late Shift)

Occasional Saturday working may be required to support business needs.

Start Date: Immediate

Why Join Invertek?

• Full training provided
• Modern manufacturing environment
• Supportive team culture
• Opportunities to develop skills and progress
• Safety-first working environment

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Brand

Invertek Drives

Company

Invertek Drives Ltd

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