7 jobs found for logistics

Forklift Truck DriverPeterborough£10.30ph - £12.48ph (including shift premium),39 hours/ week + overtime at premium rates, various shifts available.One of the world's largest companies, Perkins Engines part of the Caterpillar group, requires with immediate effect a qualified Counterbalance Forklift Driver. Perkins Engines are experiencing huge growth and you can join their professional, expanding team at its headquarters in Peterborough, with sector leading health and safety, dedicated training and fantastic career opportunities.Benefits include 33 days annual leave, overtime shifts, access to an on site canteen and café, free parking as well as numerous other benefits. Randstad operate in partnership with Perkins Engines.Successful candidates will be given a comprehensive induction, full training, and uniform and the chance to progress within this company, which proudly boasts an 85 years' history. Shifts vary between morning, afternoon and night and add up to 39 hours a week and carry a shift premium.Qualifications, Skills & Experience* Recent experience driving a Counterbalance* An RTITB or ITSAAR and in date forklift certificate or a refresher certificate* Shift work and overtime available and requiredResponsibilities:* Operating a counterbalance forklift * Working in a team and at times independently* Container maintenance/sorting and packaging consolidation* Manual lifting may be required, and using other equipment checks * Completing daily safety checks* Unloading/Loading material from/on internal & external trailers* Safety checks to be conducted on trucks daily* Ability to read standard ops and workplace manuals* Operating lifting devices* Adhere to PPE and H&S requirements* Transporting goods within siteAdditional benefits:* Free, onsite car park* Randstad uniform provided* On site canteen and rest areas* Access to internal vacancies* Excellent Induction and Health and Safety trainingTo find out more about the benefits of working for Randstad at Perkins, apply now. Upon successfully completing the application you will be invited to attend a registration, practical FLT test on site before you start your new career

Aintree - Excellence LeaderLeadership of the execution of pladis Excellence program, projects and initiatives in the Aintree factory, through the enhancement of the Factory's strategic masterplan, which will drive top tier performance.Deliver and lead operational improvements through the strategic deployment of pladis Excellence Stars, in coordination with UK Excellence Lead and UK Excellence Team, via continuous improvement tools and techniques as defined in the pladis Excellence program.This role requires strong leadership skills to identify opportunities within the whole of the manufacturing operation to understand compelling business needs for the site, unlock opportunities, promote and lead productivity improvements and drive change through total site engagement. The Excellence Lead role will work with other site Leadership Team members to gain alignment on the execution of the pladis Excellence approach, ensuring engagement, collaboration and driving capability in the Factory.The Excellence Lead will create a Continuous Improvement (CI) culture with total employee engagement, that drives behaviours of employees to challenge the status quo, losses and defects in order to deliver sustainable results in safety, quality, cost and delivery. They will lead the Factory towards "Road to Zero" at any loss areas.The role will support the business in order to improve and simplify existing processes in Manufacturing and Supply Chain; and ensure capability of the new systems and processes to drive reliability, predictability and efficiency while making the best use of available resources using pladis Excellence tools.Ideally will be qualified from fundamental pladis excellence tools, or industry recognised and established improvement methodologies ; such as Leadership Alignment & Deployment, Leadership Tiered Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Focused Improvement, Root Cause Analysis tools, AM Step3, 5S, Work Process Improvement, Goal Setting, Loss Elimination Process, Defect Elimination , Breakdown Elimination, Progressive Maintenance Planning & Scheduling etc.It is expected and fundamental that the individual will be able to engage with all colleagues and will be a real role model for the required culture, deliver capability at all levels and disciplines.Key role requirements Deliver Operational Excellence by driving the execution of the pladis Excellence methodology as applicable through site leadership to deliver successful productivity, cost reduction, safety and/or quality improvement initiatives.Create and embed Factory excellence roadmap into site strategic masterplan, that includes a comprehensive analysis and prioritisation of key opportunities for each site. Collaborate with, include and engage cross functional members at all levels of the organization as we execute plaids excellence initiatives that will drive sustainable results. Success of this role will require engaging, leading and influencing key stakeholders across the factoryWork with Site Leadership Team to deliver sustainable cultural and behavioural changes across the Factory to build a pladis Excellence and CI culture including support functions (i.e. Technical, SQSE etc.), through coaching, mentoring and influencing employees, team leaders, and the Site Leadership Team.Demonstrate leadership of the pladis Excellence efforts at the Factory, be a role model and walk the talk. Lead pilot models (FI & AM) to deliver capability via Learn-Do-Teach.Actively participate and engage with the line teams to support proactive performance management and periodic monitoring of KPIs. Support and coach on weekly /monthly performance monitoring, analysis and action planning. Drive PDCA (Plan Do Check Act) cycle in the Factory to ensure sustainable improvement.Lead / own Factory Loss Elimination and #Road To Zero journey, collaborate with all functions comprehensive Loss Analysis and drive governance of Pipeline delivery.Leverage GOYA activities and promote quick and shameless reapplication from other factories or industry, inline with the Factory's improvement plans and priorities.Be a part of regional excellence team, and ensure 2 direction learning sharing, improvement and best practices reapplication, new idea generation & execution.Work with the Site engineering manager and Site HR Lead to drive capability development for Operators and Engineers.

An exiting opportunity has arisen to join one of the largest FMCG businesses in the UK as they seek a Japanese speaking B2C logistics executive due to a growing division of the business. The client is looking to recruit a Logistics Executive with 1-2 years' experience in Logistics to: Organise shipments in and out of our Distribution Centres.Ensure that stock is delivered to and from the warehouses by couriers in a timely fashion, so that customer orders can be fulfilled accurately and on time.Working closely with external 3rd party logistics companies to ensure transport is done in a cost effective manner.Develop new partners in both emerging and developed territoriesUnderstanding of current network and key partners for Asia and capability to negotiate service deliverable and cost savingsArrange BD meetings with senior counterparts from all our supply network in relation to deliveryRequired Skills:Excellent communication skills - you will be liaising with a variety of peopleClarity in communication, as major problems could arise through inaccuraciesGood organisational and planning skillsGood geographical knowledgeFlexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstancesProblem-solving ability, particularly when working under pressureAccuracy and attention to detailExperience working in the Transport and Delivery side of Logistics, with international freight forwarders and 3PL partners plus a good understanding of logistics and e-commerceFluency in both written and spoken Japanese is essential. Too be considered for the role please apply below. Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Are you an experienced sales administrator who is on the lookout for their next role? Do you have over one years experience and now want to work within a fast paced, friendly and secure business? I am working with a client who is looking for support for their sales team. You will be approachable, hard working and have great attention to detail with the ability to build rapport and provide excellent service. You will also have experience as a sales administrator, order processor or administrator within a manufacturing/construction or engineering environment. Duties of the roleProcessing orders in a timely and accurate mannerProviding quotes and taking requirementsTracking customer orders and ensuring they are delivered on timeProcessing PO numbers and invoicesTaking general enquiry calls If you are interested in this role, and have the relevant experience in the above duties, please apply today. Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

RESPONSIBILITIES To conduct accurate and efficient counts in line with cycle count expectations using prescribed methods aiding the removal of the annual stock count event. To perform random checks on the scanning processes, reporting results to both Warehouse supervisor and manager. To perform random checks on pack quantities, reporting results to both Warehouse supervisor and manager. Assist other departments as required; Accounts Department in resolution of invoice queries, highlight possible discrepancies to Production Process, perform Stores searches for mislaid consignments. Identify and report miss treatment of parts and or system inaccuracy's. Identify and report any parts or commodity's suspected of not being counted in line with the cycle count expectation / guidelines. To take ownership for the safe and appropriate use of the cycle count tablet whilst on shift. To undertake any training identified as being required Comply with the Health & Safety Policy and observe all the safety rules to ensure your personal safety and the safety of others. Ensure that you comply and adopt the CANDO programme regarding the organisation of your work environment. Any other special project or task allocated by the Warehouse supervisor / Manager. Any other duties as may be reasonably requested by the Warehouse supervisor / Manager. Hours/shift pattern Week : 1 Monday - Friday 1400 - 2215 (inclusive of 25 min break)Week: 2 Monday - Friday 2200-0615 (inclusive of 25 min break)Pay Rates:Double Days - Pre parity rates £9.12 <25 and £9.70 >25; Post Parity rates £9.84 <25 and £10.46 >25Nights - Pre parity rates £9.76 <25 and £10.39 >25; Post Parity rates £11.15 <25 and £11.86 >25 This role will be starting wk commencing 12th October and wk commencing 19th October If you are intertested in this postion please apply online or call Emma Phillips on 07880730798 or email smr@randstad.co.uk.

Grow your skills working for a recognised global brand in a challenging and quality driven manufacturing environment.We currently have opportunities for Fork Lift Truck Drivers to work in our client's factory in Peterlee, County Durham on an ongoing temporary basis.Benefits:28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 12 weeks service!Regular Performance Lead BonusesRegular Performance review and recognition schemesFull induction and ongoing trainingAuto Pension scheme enrolmentA variety of pay scales and structures which could lead to earning potentially up to £13.16 per hourPay and Hours:£9.91 PER HOUR36.5 HOURS PER WEEK, Monday to Friday.3 shift rotating pattern:DaysMonday - Thursday 08:00AM - 16:00PMFriday 08:00AM - 12:30PMBack shiftMonday - Thursday 16:00PM - 00:00AMFriday 12:30PM - 17:00PMPlus 20% shift premium!!Night shiftMonday - Thursday 00:00AM - 08:00AMFriday 17:00PM - 21:30PMPlus 35% shift premium!! Responsibilities:Feed lines with equipment and engine partsCheck orders, part numbers and carry out stock rotation around the siteOperate PC to locate parts/stockWork with a Team Lead who is assigned to support you in carrying out tasksMaintain accuracy and update any operation metrics as applicableEnsure high quality standards and safe working practicesHave flexibility in working shift patterns to meet the business objectivesRequirements:Experience in ITSSAR or RITITB Counter balance & Reach TrucksThe ability to behave in a safe manner at all timesA flexible attitude to working a multi shift systemAn awareness of company H&S regulations and policiesThis is an ongoing, temporary assignment.If this sounds like the position for you, why not click apply today!"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age"

As a Production Planner and Sales Order Processor you will be an integral part of the team, ensuring customer orders are manufactured and delivered on time and in full! You will need to have strong Excel skills and have previous use of ERP/MRP systems. As the Planner you will be: gathering information from the previous day regarding: - production - met, below or above target - scarp - downtime - units of stock held plan for next day production run order stock and keep track of stock with suppliersimport raw materials liaising with internal departments Other duties will include project driven activities such as investigations into scarp - why? looking into previous years sales and produce predicted requirementsAs the Production Planner you will need to be able to predict and react to changing requirements. You must be a competent user of Excel, particularly Pivot Tables, Formulas etc.. As the Planner you will also be involved in looking at Continuous Improvement techniques to stream line the processes and ensure the customers are serviced to the highest level. The Order Processing part of the role will also require to data entry the orders and liaise with manufacturing and other internal departments to ensure the orders can be met in full and on time and then liaising with the customers to arrange delivery. The hours of work are 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday but flexibility to work alternative hours is a must (8am -4pm). Free parking. As they are manufacturing the company does operate s "shutdown" for 2 weeks in the summer and one at Christmas - this does not always affect this role but please be prepared that it will and you will be required to use your holidays cover these periods. Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.