Job Title – Materials Handler

Job Location – Tewkesbury

Job ID – 10953

About this opportunity and L3Harris UK

From 12 UK sites, our team of over 1,400 people deliver unique capabilities across air, land, sea, space and cyber for military, security and commercial customers, worldwide.

L3Harris in Tewkesbury and Fleet are part of our ICI division, we work closely with UK Government and Security Agencies primarily in the areas of crypto/cyber security, electronic warfare, counter drone capabilities and situation awareness projects.

A few of our employee benefits are:

• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days

• Private medical insurance with optional family cover

• Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution

• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)

• Group income protection

• Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme

• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support

  What the role will involve

  The responsibilities of your role will include the following:

• The Material Handler/Stores Person will be responsible for the efficient movement, accuracy, and kitting of parts in accordance with a predefined schedule. They will play a crucial role in maintaining inventory accuracy, optimising material flow, and supporting manufacturing operations to meet production targets.

• Responsible for performing the physical or administrative tasks supporting the shipping, receiving, storing, and distribution of materials, parts, supplies and equipment, rejecting unsatisfactory items where necessary

• Receives incoming materials, unpacks and checks goods received against purchase orders or invoices. Verifies quantity, weight, and conformance of materials to stated identifications

• Stocks and distributes materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines. Lifts heavy items and may operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, tow motors, forklifts, etc. upon receipt of internal certification. Knowledge of material handling procedures and Environmental Health and Safety requirements

• Ensure proper handling and storage of materials to prevent damage or loss.

• Conduct regular cycle counts and assist in periodic physical inventory audits.

• Organise and optimise storage areas to maximise space utilisation and accessibility.

• Label and package kits appropriately for easy identification and retrieval.

• Coordinate closely with production supervisors, planners, and other departments to ensure timely delivery of materials.

• Communicate any issues or concerns related to material availability or quality promptly.

• Collaborate with the procurement team to expedite deliveries and resolve supply chain issues.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while handling materials and operating equipment.

  What you’ll bring

  The role of Materials Handler requires the following experience and skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory management and record-keeping

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills to prioritise tasks effectively

• Good communication skills both written and oral to interact with team members and stakeholders effectively

• Commitment to safety and compliance with company policies and procedures

  Important to know

  Due to the nature of our work many our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to government security checks.

  As an equal opportunities employer, L3Harris is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

  We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join L3Harris.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.