Logistics Controller

Paint Process Management; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Logistics Controller to oversee inventory and ensure compliance with regulations. This role requires experience in a production facility, strong safety focus, and proficiency in using SAP. The starting salary ranges from £34,000 to £38,000, with opportunities for advancement after a probation period.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industrial experience in a production facility.
• Strong focus on process and occupational safety.
• Sound knowledge of Environment, Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory, ordering, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Daily inventory checks and stock rotation.
• Liaise with logistics and manufacturing sites for on-time deliveries.
• Analyze paint usage reports and maintain receiving records.

Skills

Knowledge of Environment, Health and Safety regulations

Process and occupational safety

Troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques

Tools

SAP

DBI

Job description

LOGISTICS CONTROLLER

PPM CREWE – November 2025 – Paint Process Management

Overview

The Logistics Controller supports the painting process by managing inventory, ordering, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Daily inventory/stock checks of all paints & solvents (incl. 2nd tier supplier).
• Oversee stock rotation.
• Order all company materials used on site against forecasts using SAP & DBI.
• Liaise daily with company logistics & manufacturing sites to ensure on‑time deliveries within established slots.
• Guarantee 100% stocked site to eliminate PPM line stops.
• Establish and coordinate emergency response plans for potential supply shortfalls.
• Daily/weekly liaison with Paint Shop & Manufacturing representatives to monitor planning, production & delivery forecasts.
• Prepare, analyse & present all paint usage reports & graphs, including VOC reports.
• Maintain all paint material receiving records.
• Manage, support & control multi‑site inventory reduction/optimisation.
• Responsible for batch submission logs & reports.
• Control shipping of all paint & panel samples to Germany.
• Maintain compliance with all environmental requirements (waste discharge schedules, mass, waste segregation).
• Balance, reportable material loss/spills.
• Manage/analyse consumable material usage & cost.
• FLT trained and licensed.
• Manage, train and mentor Logistics Support role.

Qualifications & Experience

• Sound knowledge of Environment, Health and Safety regulations.
• Strong focus on process and occupational safety.
• Experience troubleshooting and problem‑solving techniques.
• At least 3 years industrial experience in a production facility.

Hours & Salary

39.5 hours per week (Monday‑Friday).
Monday‑Thursday: 07:30 am – 16:00 pm.
Friday: 07:30 am – 13:00 pm.
Day shift only; additional hours as required, paid overtime.
Starting salary £34,000–£38,000, increases after 6‑month probation.

Location & Details

Warrington, Cheshire – Paint Process Management – Permanent, Full Time.