Lineside Support Operative
Scarborough
We're leading the transition to zero-emission mobility.
Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double deck buses and is the UK’s largest bus manufacturer.
At Alexander Dennis, and across NFI and our family of brands, we are helping to save the planet. Through our Sustainability Pledge, which guides our daily actions and long-term planning, we are passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world. To learn more about our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey check our website. Our diverse, dynamic and resourceful team members embrace challenges every day which makes us the successful international company that we are.
Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us and apply directly to your dream job!
POSITION SUMMARY:
We’re looking for a Lineside Support Operative to join our team at our Scarborough site on a permanent basis. This role involves ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely receipt, delivery, and movement of parts and materials to the production line. While a counterbalance forklift truck license, picker license, or Class 1 HGV license is preferred, it’s not essential for the right candidate. If you’re a motivated individual with a focus on safety and efficiency, this is your chance to join a team that values excellence and collaboration.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- To prioritize supplying materials to the production line
- To check and maintain stock control
- To update MRP (Syspro) systems promptly
- To compile weekly 'Pick Lists'
- To identify and report shortages to the appropriate stakeholders as needed, and to ensure corrective actions are taken
- To report any damaged components and submit DMR's as required
- To report and dispose of any obsolete items as necessary
- To organize, arrange, label, and maintain line-side racking
- To handle external carriers/couriers as necessary
- To maintain cleanliness in the assigned work area, including racking, walkways, waste disposal, and spill clearance both inside and outside of buildings
- To conduct daily end-of-shift inspections of the work area
- To always operate forklift trucks and material handling equipment safely and ensure that floor space and walkways are consistently kept safe
- To adhere to the daily forklift truck inspection procedure
- To ensure timely return of reusable stillages
- To be responsible for the safe disposal and/or recycling of packaging
- To provide support to the Manufacturing and Supply Chain team as needed
- To work across a range of product lines and with outsourcing partners
- To assist with cycle counting processes
- Perform any other duties as required
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- Proven experience of working efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced Manufacturing environment
- Possession of a valid counterbalance Forklift Truck License, demonstrating a high level of competence in operating forklift trucks
- Proficiency in handling and driving delivery buggies, with a strong focus on safety and precision
- Excellent organizational and communication skills to ensure smooth coordination and collaboration within the team
- Ability to promptly and professionally handle and respond to requests from both internal and external customers
- Fully computer literate, including a solid understanding of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:
- Generous salary package – we reward our people at the level they deserve.
- A 37-hour working week, with flexible working options, giving you that much needed work/life balance.
- Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.
- Annual leave entitlement which increases with tenure.
- Pension scheme to help you save for the future.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life.
- Cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, and regular meditation sessions as your health and wellbeing is important to us.
OUR WHY:
We move people. The world's most precious cargo.
We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility and our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.
NEXT STEPS:
If this sounds like you, and you’re interested in coming ‘aboard’, then we would love to hear from you. Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!
We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
If you are an internal applicant, you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.
Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us call on +44 1324 621 672 or send an email to [email protected]
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