Logistics Operative

GE Vernova

  • Stafford, Staffordshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Description Summary Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.As a Logistics Operative, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials for the manufacturing of transformers at our TST facility.Reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, you will be responsible for receiving, storing, and delivering materials safely and efficiently, ensuring they are available at the right time and in the right place to support production schedules.Your work will directly impact the success of on-time manufacturing, helping to avoid costly delays and ensuring operational excellence.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where attention to detail and precision are critical.You will contribute to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and developing your skills in logistics operations.Job DescriptionResponsibilities:
  • Material delivery forms a key part of the successful building of transformers on time.
  • The liquidated damages associated with late delivery can run into 100,000’s of pounds hence the importance of ensuring materials are delivered on time without damage, deterioration or loss.
Material Handling: Safely load and unload goods from vehicles, using forklifts (FLTs), cranes, or manual handling as necessary.Storage Management: Store materials in designated storage zones, following stock control instructions and ensuring preservation of materials and components.Inventory Control: Perform routine cycle counting, stock takes and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate inventory records in SAP.Material Delivery: Kit and deliver materials and components to the correct manufacturing areas in line with the Master Production Schedule (MPS).System Updates: Accurately input and update data in SAP, ensuring the material handling system remains current and reliable.Equipment Maintenance: Perform daily equipment checks (e.g., recharging batteries) and support the maintenance of logistics equipment through preventative measures.Process Improvement: Suggest and implement recommendations to improve and develop material handling and logistics operations.Documentation: Maintain accurate records and documentation for storage and material handling activities.Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all business policies and procedures related to Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE).Additional Duties:
  • Support business-wide Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with the wider team to ensure smooth operations and meet delivery deadlines.
  • Help with any reasonable tasks aligned with your skills and capabilities.
Skills & Experience Required:
  • Experience using logistics systems, with a focus on SAP for materials management.
  • Certified to operate forklifts (FLT) and overhead cranes, or willing to obtain certification.
  • Advanced organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Experience in a manufacturing or logistics environment is highly desirable.
About GE Grid Solutions:At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.Why we come to work:At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.What we offer:A key role in a dynamic, international working environment.Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities.Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No

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