Material Handler / Material Handling Process Engineer who has experience in a similar role, with strong problem-solving, numeracy and data analysis skills is required to join our team at DAF / Leyland Trucks based in Leyland, Lancashire, North West England.
SALARY: circa. £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Generous Benefits (see below)
LOCATION: Leyland, Lancashire, North West England
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Material Handler / Material Handling Process Engineer who has experience in a similar role, with strong problem-solving, numeracy and data analysis skills.
Working as the Material Handler / Material Handling Process Engineer you will join our established Materials team.
The Leyland Trucks Materials team has responsibility for managing the inbound supply of parts from our global supplier base into the Leyland Assembly Plant, with the requirement of achieving on time delivery whilst maintaining minimum inventory levels and optimising transport costs and storage space.
Why join Leyland Trucks?
As part of PACCAR, a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-quality premium trucks, we are one of Britain's leading manufacturing companies.
APPLY TODAY
If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Material Handler / Material Handling Process Engineer include, depending on business needs:
- Review and maintain the Material Handling assignments to ensure excellent levels of efficiency
- Identify efficiency improvement opportunities within the Material Handling processes through the removal of waste
- Control the decision making process around storage location and feed of material
- Drive the expansion of tow train feed processes to reduce interaction between pedestrian and forklifts from assembly areas
- Assist in development of future storage solutions to maximise storage densities throughout the site and to satisfy future volume requirements
- Provide expertise in best ergonomic working practices within Material Handling
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
As the Material Handler / Material Handling Process Engineer you will:
- Be highly motivated and capable of achieving excellent standards in a challenging and dynamic environment
- Have the ability to communicate effectively and influence at all levels
- Be highly numerate with excellent data analysis & reporting skills
- Have strong problem-solving skills
- Be computer literate with excellent attention to detail
- Have Lean / Green Belt Six Sigma (preferred)
WE OFFER
At Leyland Trucks you will work in a professional, innovative, and progressive environment with a lot of autonomy and responsibility. We offer you a career with growth potential, where professional development is encouraged and supported.
In addition to a competitive salary, we can also offer you:
- 37 hour working week
- 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
- Defined contribution Master Trust pension arrangement, provided by Aviva
- Medical Scheme, including dental, optical and outpatient provision
- Extensive opportunities for personal growth, such as education programs and (online) training courses
- Professional development is encouraged and supported
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.
JOB REF: AWDO-P12277
This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of DAF / Leyland Trucks