Job Description

Logistics Material Handler KeyMed (Medical & Industrial Equipment) Ltd. (OKM) | Chief Manufacturing and Supply Officer | 12 month fixed-term contract
Type of employment:
Temporary help
Function:
Logistic / Purchase / Infrastructure
Location:
Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom
Reference Number:
80017201-17102025
Website:
We're looking for a Logistics Material Handler to join our dedicated Logistics team, who play a key role in keeping our manufacturing operations running smoothly.
In this hands-on role, you'll be at the heart of our supply chain -- receiving and inspecting deliveries, ensuring components meet our high-quality standards, and coordinating the seamless flow of materials between our facilities.
We are offering this position as a 12-month fixed term contract. The core working hours are 8am - 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Your responsibilities

• Successful completion of mandatory training

- Ensure materials are received into the goods receiving bays within 24 hours of their arrival
- Comply with Health, Safety & Environmental procedures & policies
- Maintain accuracy of stock counts by receiving the correct quantities of components into the goods receiving bays, both physically and on our ERP system
- Ensure quick transit of component parts, ready for line feeding to shop floor locations
- Liaise with the Purchasing team to resolve booking-in concerns or issues
- Participate in investigations when deliveries are received damaged or cannot be located
Your qualification

• It's essential you can demonstrate previous experience in a Goods In/Receiving, Stock, Stores or Warehousing role

- You need to have a full UK driving license, as the role involves driving a van between our site locations
- Any previous experience operating a forklift or similar equipment, is highly desirable but not essential to this role
- It's necessary for you to have basic PC skills, such as the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook etc.
This role is active in nature, involving walking/travelling between different sites and locations, as well as the lifting of components and moving of pallets. Regular pushing and manoeuvring of various aids and equipment is to be expected.
Your competencies

• Patient Focus - We put patients at the heart of everything

- Integrity - We do the right thing
- Innovation - We look for new ways to make things better
- Impact - We take accountability and get things done
- Empathy - We care for one another and work together
Your benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement

- You will be eligible for private medical cover
- We offer a comprehensive company pension scheme
- You will receive an annual health check with BUPA, funded by us
- Employee Assistance Program to support your health, mental and emotional-wellbeing
- At our HQ, we have a subsidised staff restaurant and free parking
- Other benefits include discounted gym and wellness memberships, cashback and discounts with major UK retailers
Further information:
We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Empathy and unity are core our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and to flourish. We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus, to apply.

Skills Required