Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker’s high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy and nanoanalysis, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and next-gen semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, clinical phenomics research, proteomics and multiomics, spatial and single-cell biology, functional structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics. 

The function of the Warehouse Administrator and Material Handler is to play a strong team part in helping the Purchasing and Logistics Department effectively and efficiently fulfil its function as a key service provider to all of the UK Bruker companies.  Main duties are to deliver optimum service with respect to the physical movement of goods into and out of the Company, and their storage and to ensure that goods receiving, shipping and purchase order documentation and stores control procedures and record-keeping are completed to a high order of accuracy and timeliness. Each of these objectives requires individual effort and team playing, and active communication and co-operation with team colleagues and with colleagues in other departments to bring about continual improvement in working procedures and methods leading to optimum efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Material Handler

• receiving goods onto the premises, forwarding onward for internal distribution
• collation and packaging of goods for shipment
• loading and unloading, including operation of a motorised forklift
• distribution of stores materials and parts
• assistance with and co-operation in general movement of plant and equipment when necessary
• providing assistance to colleagues throughout the Company with loading and unloading operations
• preparation of spares and repaired goods for despatch to support engineers in the field and overseas
• general housekeeping and upkeep of internal and exterior dispatch areas

Warehouse Administrator

• processing of delivery documentation
• preparing shipping documentation and liaison with shipping agents
• assist with Import and Export procedures and documentation accordingly
• maintenance of a parts & consumables stores including recording of receipts and issues
• maintenance of stock control system and progressing of stock orders
• general procurement and order processing documentation
• assisting colleagues with advice and information on goods receiving and delivery matters
• communication with external suppliers regarding deliveries
• record keeping.
• occasional duties to assist other areas of the organisation.

The position is based at our Coventry office. Residence within a reasonable commuting distance of the Coventry office is a condition of employment. This is a full time position working 37.5 hours per week. Reasonable flexibility, especially of the finishing time, is expected to meet deadlines or other business priorities. You will be entitled to a 30-minute lunch break.

• a friendly, accommodating and helpful disposition and a responsible attitude with an enthusiasm for helping others
• capable of working to a high standard as part of a team committed to quality of service, yet able to accept responsibility for an individual contribution
• willingness to take on colleagues’ tasks without prompting when the need arises, and to provide cover during periods of absence
• good general physical fitness and the physical capability to carry out tasks such as bending, lifting, carrying and stair climbing
• reliable, with a very high standard of personal presentation and a sense of purpose in seeing things through
• adaptable and open to change
• a current valid counterbalance fork lift truck license
• a current valid driving license
• manual dexterity
• accurate, literate and articulate, with good communications skills in English, written and spoken
• understanding of the packaging methods required to avoid transit damage for a wide range of delicate electronic goods
• understanding of the documentation types used in a materials handling and stores department
• A good understanding of computer literacy skills in MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook, with an ability and readiness to gain additional competence in computer-based tasks.
• Knowledge of current import and export rules and regulations
• A good understanding of SAP (company ERP software)