Why join LK?
When we ask our employees what keeps them here working for us, the most common response is the flexibility and trust that we offer them. We understand that you have a life that exists outside of work and our approach to this will be apparent when you speak with our people.
We are always looking to hire new people with fresh ideas and perspectives because as the world changes, we need to change with it. On top of this we are also proud to say that we have many employees who have worked for us for 20+ years, meaning that we have some of the best Metrology talent right here on our doorstep!
As a small company there will be lots of variety in your role too, so you will never be bored. If we sound like a company you would like to work for and you believe that you have the skills we need, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing…
As a Stores & Packing Operative, you will:
· Unloading and processing goods inwards
· Operating a counterbalance forklift truck (up to 15-ton capacity)
· Stocking components on to large carousels and standard shelving
· Picking assembly kits for the Production team
· Data entry using the Navision system
· Packing and dispatch of small order parts
· Assisting with the packing and loading of Coordinate Measuring Machines
· Taking part in stock take activities
Location…
You’ll be working a 37.5-hour week, over 5 days per week (Monday to Friday), on site at our manufacturing site at Castle Donington (by East Midlands Airport).
About you…
At LK, we employ people who will treat the company as though it is their own. With every employee sharing this mindset we will succeed, and we can then share our success with our employees. With this in mind, whilst your skills, knowledge and experience are all important, we believe that your personality and attitude are just as important.
Although training can be provided for the right candidate, our ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:
· In possession of a valid counterbalance forklift licence (B2 ideally, B1 a must)
· Previous experience of working in a stores or warehouse environment
· PC Literate, and able to proficiently use MS Outlook, Excel and Word
· Excellent attention to detail
· Flexible, can-do attitude and a team player
Our benefits…
In return for your hard work, we will always try our best to offer you a flexible and fun working environment. We will also offer you:
· 6% company pension contribution
· Company sick pay
· Death in service cover
· 25 days holiday + bank holidays + opportunity to purchase additional 5 days each year + additional service days
· Employee discounts across most major retailers
· Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
· Free Barista ‘bean to cup’ coffee in the office
· Social events
About us….
Founded in 1963, LK Metrology is globally renowned for our innovative metrology solutions and services. Partnering with customers worldwide across the automotive, aerospace, defence, motorsport, energy and medical industries, our precision technology underpins the process of design, development, production and assembly through to quality assurance.
Our products include coordinate measurement machines (CMM), portable measuring arms and metrology software, all of which are used worldwide to control and improve the quality of manufactured components for our customers.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Castle Donington DE74 2SA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Stores/warehousing: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Category B1 Licence (required)
- B2 Counterbalance Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
