Guidant Global, in collaboration with MBDA, a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Controller - Stores Environment. This role entails overseeing the issuance, receipt, and management of stores and inventory within a store's environment. It also involves handling the loading, control, and monitoring of work packages in a manufacturing setting near the Stevenage site. We are actively seeking professionals with expertise in missile and defence industries to join our client's team.
What we're looking for:
- Experience in store's environment or manufacturing control.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Proactive and able to use own initiative.
- Flexible and willing to adapt to changing work requirements and shift patterns.
- Proficient in lifting and slinging techniques, including operating overhead cranes.
- Familiarity with ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) procedures and completion of manual handling training.
- Possession of a forklift truck license.
Desirable skills:
- PC skills, including EXCEL.
- Knowledge of Kanban and 2-bin systems.
- Experience with an Enterprise Planning System, e.g., SAP
- Alternative job title: Lineside Controller, Inventory Controller
What you'll get to do as a Manufacturing Controller:
- Stock control and storekeeping, including efficient management of shelf-life control.
- Loading manufacturing cells with the required jobs according to planned lead and cycle times, ensuring compliance with manufacturing programs and delivery schedules.
- Packing tasks, utilising appropriate hand tools as necessary.
- Receiving and issuing tooling, maintaining accurate records.
- Updating computer records to track inventory and related information.
- Performing kitting activities to prepare materials for production.
- Safely loading and unloading lorries or trucks.
- Ensuring adherence to safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organised work environment.
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 clients Security Team.
More about the role:
MBDA's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.
This role is based at MBDA's headquarters near Stevenage, which plays a key part in missiles operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links. Training and development are provided to all employees.
Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.