Logistics Operative
Yesterday• Stafford, United Kingdom
Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
Are you a dedicated and flexible professional with a passion for logistics and material handling?
Join our dynamic team as a Logistics Operative and play a crucial role in ensuring our products are delivered safely on time, and in perfect condition.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Material Handling: Transport materials from receiving or production areas to designated locations using manual or electric hand trucks.
- Kitting Materials: Prepare and kit materials for delivery to the manufacturing line.
- 5S Inspections: Conduct regular 5S inspections to maintain a clean and efficient workspace.
- Safety and Compliance: Adhere to and promote EHS best practices, aligning fully with GE EHS standards.
Knowledge and Expertise:
- Transportation Methods: Proficiency in road, sea, air, and multimodal freight.
- Specialised Freight: Experience with dangerous goods, heavy lifts, and oversized loads.
- Industrial Packing and Import/Export: Knowledge of industrial packing techniques and import/export procedures.
Shift Flexibility:
- Shift Patterns: Early and late shifts (6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm, Monday - Thursday), with shorter shifts on Fridays.
- Shift Premium: Additional allowance for shift work beyond base salary.
- Future Shifts: Potential for minor adjustments as production increases and stabilizes.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Education and Experience: Good general education and proven experience in material handling.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with computerized stores management systems (SAP knowledge is a plus) and understanding of Kanban/FIFO systems.
- Certifications: Forklift truck operator certificate. Counterbalance/Aisle Master and Multi-Directional (Combi) licenses are desirable.
Personal Attributes:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and results driven.
- Able to meet deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
- Proficiency in English (additional languages are a bonus).
- Willingness to work flexible shift patterns to meet production needs.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Salary: Attractive base salary with additional shift allowances.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Engage in a fast-paced and supportive team setting.
- Growth Opportunities: Continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Impactful Role: Contribute to the success and efficiency of our manufacturing operations.
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About GE - Grid Solutions
UK Grid Solutions Limited - Power Electronics, Stafford is an international leader in high power electronics and control technology, specialising in the engineering of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Transmission Systems using both Line-Commutated (thyristor-based) and Voltage-Sourced (IGBT-based) converter technologies.
With over 50 years of experience in HVDC, GE worldwide HVDC Centre of Excellence in Stafford provides complete turn-key solutions for the rapidly growing global HVDC market. Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Test Laboratories and Research & Development are all located in Stafford. This unique setup gives HVDC engineers at Stafford exposure across the manufacturing cycle; allowing innovation and design to quickly influence new and existing products. The HVDC Research & Development Departments are at the forefront of worldwide innovation in HVDC and are expanding rapidly.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Client-provided location(s): Stafford, United Kingdom
Job ID: GE_Vernova-2104549286
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-12-20T18:31:40
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
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