Join a leading partner of the UK’s Ministry of Defence! Our client is looking for a dedicated and experienced manufacturing controller – specialised FLT with a strong background and stores management. In this role, you’ll be responsible for loading, controlling, and monitoring work packages within a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and Bolton. Ideal candidates will have proven experience and stores environments or manufacturing control.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply manufacturing control processes and demonstrate proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP.
- Manage inventory operations, including issuing, receiving, and maintaining stock within a structured stores environment.
- Oversee stock control and storekeeping, ensuring compliance and monitoring of critical shelf-life items.
- Load manufacturing cells with scheduled jobs, aligning with lead times, cycle times, and delivery targets.
- Support packing operations using hand tools and manage tooling for issue and return.
- Execute kitting activities by assembling and preparing components for efficient production.
- Safely load and unload goods vehicles, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth material flow.
Requirements
- Proven experience in manufacturing control and stores operations within a steady‑paced production environment.
- Flexible and reliable, with the ability to follow detailed instructions and adapt to varying shift patterns.
- Strong attention to detail and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Trained in manual handling and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) procedures to ensure safe and compliant material handling.
- Certified in lifting and slinging operations, including the use of overhead cranes for safe movement of heavy components.
Desirable Skills
- Demonstrated experience in line‑side stores and manufacturing control environments (note: general warehousing experience not applicable).
- Proficient in PC‑based tasks, including strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel for inventory tracking and reporting.
- Holds a valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence and up‑to‑date medical clearance for operating material handling equipment.
- Familiar with lean manufacturing principles, including Kanban and two‑bin systems for efficient stock replenishment.
- Experienced in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP for inventory management and production support.
Security Clearance
British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our client’s Security Team.
Location & Benefits
This role is based at our client’s headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop.
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