Engineering Stores Person

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Stores Person to join our team. This role is integral to managing and maintaining our stores/warehouse area, ensuring the efficient handling of goods and materials to support our production and manufacturing operations. If you have experience in inventory control and a passion for organisation, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming goods and materials against purchase orders.
• Label and store items appropriately within the warehouse.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using the company's ERP/inventory system.
• Issue materials and components to production and test teams as required.
• Organise and maintain a clean, safe, and efficient storage area.
• Conduct regular stocktakes and cycle counts, resolving any discrepancies.
• Coordinate with purchasing, production, and logistics teams to ensure material availability.
• Package and dispatch outgoing shipments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards within the stores area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for stores processes.

Qualifications

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a stores, warehouse, or inventory control role.
• Familiarity with stock management procedures, including stocktaking.
• Strong numeracy and record-keeping skills.
• Basic IT proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Physically fit to handle warehouse duties safely.
• Commitment to health and safety compliance.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Forklift truck licence and experience with material handling equipment.
• Experience in a technical manufacturing environment (e.g., electronics, cable assemblies, test equipment).
• Familiarity with ERP or warehouse management systems.
• Ability to read part numbers, technical drawings, or component lists.
• Understanding of lean/5S principles in a warehouse context.

Personal Attributes:

• Reliable, punctual, and conscientious.
• Detail-oriented with a methodical approach to work.
• Physically capable and hands-on.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Takes pride in maintaining an organised stores environment.

Day-to-Day

• Start your day by receiving and verifying incoming goods.
• Organise and label items for storage in the warehouse.
• Issue materials to production teams as needed.
• Perform stocktakes and update inventory records in the ERP system.
• Collaborate with purchasing and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Benefits

• Competitive market-related salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible working hours: Monday to Thursday (8 hours/day) and Friday (5 hours).
• Option to move to a compressed 4-day working week (37 hours, Monday-Thursday).
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement.

About

We are a world-class test system solutions provider, delivering high-quality, high-performance, and cost-effective automated test equipment to the aerospace, defence, rail & transport, telecoms, and energy markets for over 30 years. Our reputation is built on exceptional service and system support, consistently solving technically complex test engineering challenges for our clients worldwide.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and covering letter. For further details about the position and the company, please contact Alan. We look forward to hearing from you!

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