Logistics Operative

Logistics Operative - 6 month Fixed Term Contract

Location:

Watson Marlow, Bickland Water Road (On‑Site)

Job Type: Contract (fixed term 6 months)

Seniority Level: Entry Level
Job Function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industries:
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

We are seeking a talented and motivated Logistics Operative to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will perform a variety of logistics tasks throughout the T2 warehouse, primarily packing and storage of finished product, while actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives focused on customer satisfaction, cost reduction and process efficiency.

The Logistics Operative will:

• Carry out a range of logistics duties as allocated by the Value Stream Manager or Team Leader.
• Be responsible for health & safety of self and others in line with our EHS Roles and Responsibilities.
• Utilise automated lifting equipment to reduce manual strain.
• Prepare and complete required documentation, fulfil operational procedures and ERP processes.
• Maintain a flexible approach, working across all tubing areas as business demands require.
• Keep good 6S standards within the department, ensuring rubbish is placed in bins, machines are correctly positioned and work surfaces remain tidy.
• Apply lean methodology to optimise processes within logistics, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards (ISO
  9001, ISO
  14001, ISO
  45001, ISO
  50001).
• Self‑analyse performance, plan and implement personal improvement actions.
• Ensure documentation is completed on time and meets quality controls.
• Support the quality team on RCCA (Root Cause and Corrective Action) and report near‑misses and improvement activities.

Previous experience in logistics, including material handling, packing, warehousing, storage and distribution of goods.

• Good communication skills, effective across diverse groups.
• Flexible, highly motivated, with a can‑do attitude.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with IT tools – including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Experience with investigations of non‑conformance and root cause analysis.

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Three days’ paid volunteering leave.
• Additional support and benefits through the Everyone Is Included Group Inclusion Plan.

Watson‑Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of the Spirax Group, is a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies. We are committed to innovation, sustainable value creation and an inclusive workplace culture that empowers every colleague to make a difference.