Logistics Assistant / Lab Assistant / Transport Administrator

Job Title: Logistics Assistant

Location: Stanlow, Cheshire

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 3rd November 2017

Job Description:

Our Client is the UK's leading waste-to-energy biodiesel producer with operations in Scotland and North West England and has always been privately owned. Their main plant, near Motherwell in Scotland, started production in 2005. Following significant investment to facilitate growth and development, a number of facilities are being built in the Stanlow area. The Company specialises in the production and supply of high grade, sustainable diesel made from waste fats and oils deliberately excluding any raw materials that could also be used for food or feed.

They are currently looking to recruit for a Logistics Assistant who will be responsible for the incoming and outgoing material and stocks for the facility. These include feedstock, Biodiesel movements, raw material requirement and spare parts for the plant.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Operational Activities

• Completion of Excise paperwork accurately, ensuring all references and indexes are updated and easily followed
• Weigh in and book out of all vehicles
• Ensure all equipment is kept in good condition and stored correctly
• Liaise closely with Plant personnel to ensure all requirements for material / tankers are understood and addressed
• Order materials as and when required
• Assist with general office duties including filing, photocopying and general office enquiries
• Manage and maintain the stock of Stationery
• Work closely with Senior Operators / Shift Managers / Plant Manager to report on progress and highlight potential issues
• Administration for stock management
• Ensure all records for incoming raw materials correctly show the carrier/ plant etc. as required for Vet audits
• Ensure HMRC documentation is up to date and in line with best practice.
• Ensure all raw materials carriers and critical waste suppliers hold the appropriate licensing
• Ensure company complies with all aspects required of it by HMRC with regards to materials movements
• Responsible for the implementation of the sustainability requirements at all critical points in accordance with ISCC
• Taking samples to be transferred to the laboratory
• Working at heights and in confined spaces whilst cleaning the tankers

Health and Safety

• Ensure a thorough knowledge of your Health & Safety responsibilities
• Always wear Personal Protective Equipment as required. Take responsibility for your own PPE ensuring appropriate storage and care
• Always strive to work in a manner safe to yourself and others and report any hazards immediately
• Ensure all staff and visitors operate in compliance with Safety regulations.
• Full responsibility for the safety of team members
• Actively participate in addressing Safety, Health and Environmental issues affecting the production areas, ensuring the relevant S, H&E checks are carried out

Full knowledge of the Plant Emergency Procedures and associated responses are required

Company Initiatives:

• Take responsibility for the Health and Safety of yourself and others whilst at work and to comply with the Company's policies and legislation
• Support Company Initiatives and demonstrate Company Values
• To comply with all legal, regulatory and statutory obligations applicable to the role
• Participate in training and personal development activities as required
• Be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to your role; Carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the Company

Qualifications/ Knowledge & Experience

Qualifications

• A Business Administration qualification, eg HND, GNVQ level, would be advantageous

Specific Knowledge, Experience & Skills

• Previous logistics experience essential
• Previous office management and clerical experience desirable
• Previous experience of working as an operator in a plant would be advantageous

This job description is a summary of the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive. It may be reviewed and updated regularly in discussion with the post holder.

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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Logistics Assistant, Distribution Assistant, Logistics Coordinator, Warehouse Coordinator, Transport Coordinator, Logistics Supervisor, Warehouse Operations, Transport Supervisor, Stock Control coordinator, Supply Chain coordinator, Stock Control Supervisor, Business Administration, Office Management, Clerical Assistant, Plant Operator, HND, GNVQ will also be considered for this role.