Aircraft Technical Material Controller

Morson Talent; Luton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Material Controller for a 6-month contract in Luton, UK. The candidate will manage Production/Service orders, use SAP and Teamcenter, and collaborate with manufacturing teams. Ideal applicants will have strong organisational and analytical skills, along with production planning experience. This role offers the opportunity to enhance material management processes in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP is essential.
• Previous planning experience in a production environment.
• Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Excellent organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Awareness of ESD and FOD is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review, release, and manage internal Production/Service orders aligned with MPS and customer plans.
• Expedite work through production areas daily, collaborating with manufacturing teams.
• Schedule Production/Service Orders using SAP.
• Use Teamcenter to apply the latest drawings and work instructions.
• Coordinate vendor operations with Delivery and Logistics teams.
• Implement FRB/MRB actions, attend MRB meetings.
• Manage delivery of kits to and from Manufacturing and Engineering areas.
• Inform stakeholders of delays that could impact MPS achievement.
• Attend and contribute to production reviews.
• Collaborate with the Material Supply team to ensure material availability.

Skills

Experience with SAP

Planning experience in a production environment

Ability to meet deadlines

Excellent organisational skills

Strong analytical skills

Adaptability and problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Awareness of ESD and FOD

Job description

Overview

Job Vacancy: Material Controller. Contract for 6 months initially.

Responsibilities

• Review, release, and manage internal Production/Service orders aligned with MPS and customer plans.


• Expedite work through production areas daily, collaborating with manufacturing teams to review capacity.


• Schedule Production/Service Orders using SAP.


• Use Teamcenter to ensure the latest drawings and work instructions are applied to Production/Service orders.


• Coordinate vendor operations with Delivery and Logistics teams.


• Implement FRB/MRB actions, attend MRB meetings, and ensure dispositioned material is handled accordingly.


• Liaise with Industrial Engineering to ensure accurate rework descriptions and timings.


• Manage the delivery of kits to and from all Manufacturing and Engineering areas.


• Inform internal stakeholders of delays that could impact MPS achievement, suggest re-prioritisations, and resolve issues.


• Attend and contribute to production reviews as a key member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT).


• Collaborate closely with the Material Supply team to ensure material availability for the agreed production plan.

Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge

• Experience with SAP is essential.


• Previous planning experience in a production environment.


• Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.


• Excellent organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks.


• Strong analytical skills with a focus on continuous improvement.


• Adaptability, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Awareness of ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) and FOD (Foreign Object Debris) is an advantage.

If you are highly organised with the skills to manage materials effectively in a production environment, we encourage you to apply