Warehouse Operative

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operative to join our team. Working within the Operations team and reporting into our Stores & Logistics Manager. Your primary responsibility is to provide laboratory instrument packing support to the Logistics team.

About us:

Based in Melbourn, near Cambridge, UK, SPT Labtech makes products that transform the way scientists work. For nearly two decades, our expert scientists, engineers and business innovators have provided scientists with world-leading, innovative solutions for liquid handling, sample preparation, and sample management that help accelerate research and make a real difference to human health. We work collaboratively with our customers, building trusted relationships that enable us to deliver exceptional, personalised experiences designed for real-world challenges in the lab.

Want to be part of a team that’s truly making a difference?

“This is a really exciting time for us. We’re making a measurable impact on human health around the world – and that’s incredibly motivating. As we continue to innovate and grow, I can’t think of a more dynamic, exciting place to be.” David Newble, CEO, SPT Labtech.

SPT Labtech makes products that transform the way scientists work. For nearly two decades, our expert scientists, engineers and business innovators have provided scientists with world-leading, innovative solutions for liquid handling, sample preparation, and sample management that help accelerate research and make a real difference to human health. We work collaboratively with our customers, building trusted relationships that enable us to deliver exceptional, personalized experiences designed for real-world challenges in the lab. We operate internationally, with a physical presence in the key US, UK, mainland Europe and China markets.

Responsbilities

• Primarily responsible for the precise & meticulous packing of all completed laboratory instruments for customer requirements and UK storage in advance of future shipments.
• Oversee the ordering of packing material (including crates) in accordance with company order requirements and expectations.
• Update and maintain a Sharepoint site for all packing history and shipping images to assist with eliminating customer discrepancies
• Communication with production and logistics to ensure daily packing requirements are adhered to in accordance with shipping schedules & quality standards

• Assisting with Spares order processes from order entry to shipping, acting as cover in the role alongside the logistics manager.
• Assisting with general ad hoc admin duties, such as filing, doc-tracking, ete
• Conscientious, meticulous, positive and enthusiastic with a willingness to learn a variety of tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word / Excel desirable.

About you

• Be physically fit as some manual lifting will be required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Careful planning, thorough and attention to detail pivotal.
• Desire to maintain and promote a safe, clean, tidy and amicable working environment.
• Good people skills with a “can do” attitude.

Desirables

• A Forklift License. Not essential as we can put you on a training course.
• Knowledge of export shipping.
• Knowledge of Brexit shipping procedure changes would be an advanatagt but not essential.

This position has scope to develop and take more responsibility of the instrument packing department and grow this function within our Logistics team.

Our company culture supports diversity and is inclusive of all regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, or family status, and we endeavor to support our employees' needs to the best of our ability.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a fantastic benefits package including: Private Medical Insurance, generous Pension Plan & Profit Share. Also, CycleScheme, discounted gym memberships, free swimming and Employee Assistance Programme.

We are based on the Melbourn Science Park, a lovely village location that is still only short commute from Cambridge, Royston and the surrounding areas. There are plenty of activities to get involved in from running, cycling, to STEM activities with local schools.