Manufacturing Controller

Guidant Global, in partnership with our client, a global leader in Defence and Missile technology and a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Controller. This role involves overseeing the issuance, receipt, and management of stores and inventory within a store's environment. Additionally, it includes 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 the missile and defence industries to join our client's team.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.

What do you need?:

• 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 Two-bin systems.
• Experience with an Enterprise Planning System, e.g., SAP
• Alternative job title: Lineside Controller, Inventory Controller

What happens now?

Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.

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:

For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.

This role is based near our client's headquarters in Stevenage, a key site for missile operations with excellent transportation links. Employees receive comprehensive training and development opportunities.