Material Handler

Datum: 25 feb. 2025

Plaats: Papendrecht, NL

Bedrijf: GKN Aerospace Careers

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

 

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Description

GKN Aerospace is looking for a motivated and independent Material Handler to join our Landing Gear team in Papendrecht. In this role, you will be responsible for various logistical tasks to ensure an efficient and accurate flow of goods within our production facility. You will work in a day shift pattern and collaborate closely with multiple departments to support our operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Load and unload trucks efficiently.
  • Scan goods in and out based on production orders.
  • Deliver and collect materials at various production workstations.
  • Check and ensure goods are properly packaged for transport.
  • Communicate status updates on deliveries and transport via email and phone.
  • Act as a liaison with the Planning Team to provide updates on work-in-progress (WIP) within the factory.
  • Ensure materials are presented according to work-to-list priorities for each operation.
  • Maintain an updated work-to-list.
  • Attend the Daily Schedule Alignment Meeting to support operational planning.
  • Coordinate with operators regarding WIP status.
  • Conduct stock counts in accordance with applicable procedures.
  • Maintain a clean and organized working environment.

Salary & Benefits

Material Handler Scale: C - D - E

  • €2,965 - €3,569 per month
  • 27 vacation days + 13 ADV days
  • Performance-based bonus
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

Requirements

  • MBO Level 4 education, preferably in logistics or a technical field.

  • Ability to work independently and adapt flexibly to changing tasks.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Experience in a logistical role is a plus.

  • Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.

  • Willingness to work in a 2-shift system (possible future requirement).

  • Reliable, responsible, and safety-conscious.

 

Join us at GKN Aerospace and contribute to delivering world-class aerospace solutions!

 

Interested? Apply now and be part of our team! For more information contact Daniel van Miltenburg via Daniel.vanmiltenburg@fokker.com

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further.  And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

 

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

 

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN.  We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute.  It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’.  By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​

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