MERITUS are recruiting for an Inventory Controller to join our client in Stevenage on an initial 6 month contract to work on defence programmes.
INVENTORY CONTROLLER - INSIDE IR35 - £25.26 PER HOUR - STEVENAGE, ONSITE - 6 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS
This role is responsible for the control, handling, and management of inventory within a manufacturing and stores environment. It involves supporting production activities through effective stock management, kitting, and coordination of work packages to ensure manufacturing schedules and delivery targets are met.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage stock control and storekeeping activities, including shelf-life monitoring.
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Ensure manufacturing areas are supplied with the correct materials in line with planned lead times and production schedules.
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Carry out kitting activities to support manufacturing operations.
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Handle packing duties, including the use of hand tools where required.
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Receive, issue, and track tooling and materials.
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within internal systems.
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Support the loading and unloading of deliveries.
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Monitor and control work packages within the manufacturing process.
Skills and Experience Required:
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Previous experience in a stores, inventory, or manufacturing control environment.
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Ability to follow processes and instructions accurately.
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Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
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Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
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Proactive approach with the ability to use initiative.
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Flexible and adaptable, including willingness to work shift patterns.
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Manual handling training (or willingness to obtain).
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Lifting and slinging experience, including use of overhead cranes.
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Awareness of ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) procedures.
Desirable Skills:
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Basic IT skills, including experience with Microsoft Excel.
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Forklift truck licence.
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Familiarity with Kanban or two-bin inventory systems.
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Experience using ERP systems (e.g. SAP).
