Stores Operative - FLT licence required in Coventry

Jaguar Land Rover's culture is fuelled by a passion to inspire brilliance within people. Ensuring a workplace that is safe and inclusive, an environment that fosters respect, nurtures creativity, and showcases the pioneers of our future. We have a number of openings for people looking to start a career within the Automotive Industry, who are ambitious, keen to learn new skills, and progress through the business.

Locations:

• JLR Whitley: Abbey Rd, Whitley, Coventry CV3 4LF
• JLR Gaydon: Banbury Road, Gaydon, Lighthorne Heath, Warwick CV35 0RR
• Lyons Park: Sayer Dr, Coventry CV5 9DQ

Benefits:

• Long-term, ongoing assignments in a professional environment with full training included.
• Set shift patterns.
• 34 days paid holiday a year (including bank holidays).
• Auto-enrolment into our pension scheme.
• Monthly pay.
• Free on-site parking, as well as motorbike and bicycle shelters.
• Excellent public transport links just a short walk away.
• Onsite canteen with an excellent selection of healthy foods and Costa coffee machines.
• Confidential and independent mental health and financial support.
• Exclusive access to a huge range of discounts at high street and online shops, gym memberships, cinema savings, and a host of restaurants through our benefits app.

Rates of Pay & Shifts:

• £15.58 per hour plus shift allowances (depending on shift pattern).
• Overtime with excellent rates of pay is also available.
• Shift patterns will vary depending on your assigned area but may include days, mornings, afternoons, and nights.

Key Responsibilities:

The Stores Facilitator will be responsible for leading and coordinating the implementation of a total logistics solution for the building. You will be expected to carry out the stock control responsibilities of the building, assist the Stores Supervisor in the day-to-day running of stock control activities, and help the Department achieve its Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost & Environmental LEAN objectives. You will also co-ordinate all deliveries and collections within the Workshop. The Stores Operative roles and responsibilities will typically include:

• Providing a first-class front-line customer service to Engineering Labs customers (both internal and external).
• Handling and documenting deliveries against order sheets.
• Maintaining stock levels and keeping storage areas clean and tidy.
• Complying with Safety, Health, and Environment legislation.
• Working with the supervisor to suggest ways of reducing and managing outgoing waste appropriately.
• Making deliveries between different sites and customers across the UK.
• Ordering parts and other items through internal purchasing systems.
• Material Handling as required.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications Required:

• A valid Fork Lift Truck (FLT) Licence is REQUIRED.
• Previous logistics/stock control experience is essential.
• A valid UK Driving Licence.
• Good business acumen and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to work independently applying common processes and standards.
• Ability to form good working relationships at all levels of the organisation.
• Flexibility and a supportive attitude toward colleagues.
• Must be prepared to work shifts.
• Experience with Lean principles (e.g., Kanban) is preferred.