Logistics Assistant

Overview

Logistics Assistant –

Location:

Malton. Salary: 25,000 - 28,000. An established and growing engineering-focused organisation is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Logistics Assistant to support its Production function. Reporting to the Procurement & Logistics Manager, you will play a key role in the effective control of stock, goods movements, and logistical processes, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across the business.

This role would suit either someone with previous logistics experience, or a candidate with a background in a warehouse or stores environment who is looking to step into a more logistics-focused role. For the right person with a positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn, full training will be provided.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a structured environment, can manage multiple tasks, and takes pride in accuracy and organisation.

• Assist the Procurement & Logistics Manager in the day-to-day running of the department
• Process goods inwards and outwards, ensuring correct quality control procedures are followed
• Carry out initial inspection of goods received (purchased, rented, or returned from clients)
• Arrange and coordinate shipping and collection of goods
• Kit parts from stock for production requirements
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the Procurement & Logistics Manager and/or Production Manager
• Undertake regular and ad-hoc stock checks
• Raise and issue purchase orders as required
• Liaise and negotiate with suppliers for goods and services when required
• Support Production personnel as needed
• Maintain good housekeeping standards across all stores areas
• Work in line with company procedures and best practice
• Follow ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems at all times

• Previous experience in logistics, warehousing, stores, or a production environment is preferred
• Candidates without direct logistics experience will be considered if they have relevant warehouse or stores experience and a strong willingness to learn
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Accurate, reliable, and well organised with strong attention to detail
• Able to work independently and take responsibility for tasks
• Basic IT skills including MS Windows, Word and Excel; training on systems provided
• Experience with ERP or stock control systems advantageous but not essential
• Forklift licence desirable; training can be provided
• Knowledge of ESD and IPC techniques advantageous; training can be provided
• Full UK driving licence desirable but not essential

If this role is for you please apply and someone will be in touch. Or call Samson on (phone number removed) for more details!