Manufacturing Storekeeper

Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Storekeeper for a prominent UK-based launch vehicle provider in Bellshill, Scotland. This mid-senior level role involves managing inventory systems, monitoring stock control, and ensuring efficient workshop operations. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in inventory or warehouse roles, effective communication skills, and knowledge of occupational safety. A full driving license is preferred. This position offers a contract employment type, contributing to the advancement of the UK’s space capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an inventory, warehouse, or engineering role.
• Experience prioritising tasks to improve efficiency.
• Knowledge of standard workshop tools and their operation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the storeroom, including monitoring stock control.
• Off‑load and load deliveries to and from the workshop/stores area.
• Ensure warehouse policies and procedures are followed.

Skills

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Fork Lift Truck operation

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

GCSEs (or equivalent)

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Overview

Our client is a UK-based launch vehicle provider committed to environmental sustainability and advancing space capabilities. With the goal of conducting the first-ever vertical orbital launch from the UK, they aim to fill a critical gap in the market by providing cost‑effective, sustainable access to space.

They're expanding their team and are looking for an organized and resourceful Storekeeper to manage inventory systems. With thousands of components used across launch vehicles, there is a requirement for large, well‑organised stores.

Key responsibilities

• Responsible for managing the storeroom, including monitoring stock control
• Off‑loading and loading deliveries to and from the workshop/stores area
• Organising stock and maintaining a systematic approach to storing and retrieving items to maximise space and accessibility
• Maintaining accurate stock levels in line with the ERP system
• Operating and upgrading current workshop storeroom systems to support growth
• Picking and delivering line‑side stock
• Picking and packing outgoing deliveries
• Creating essential tooling kits and documentation, confirming all items are accounted for daily
• Ensuring warehouse policies and procedures are followed and reporting discrepancies to the Supply Chain Manager
• Complying with 6S Lean standards to maintain high levels of safety and efficiency
• Being part of a dynamic and fast‑paced team contributing to the UK’s space launch capability

Essential Experience / Skills

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an inventory, warehouse, or engineering role
• Academic minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of standard workshop tools and their operation
• Awareness of occupational safety hazards related to workshop operations
• Effective communication skills with the ability to coordinate daily with other teams
• Excellent administrative, organisational, and attention‑to‑detail skills
• Experience prioritising tasks to improve efficiency
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and positively challenge existing processes
• Experienced Fork Lift Truck driver
• Working knowledge of inventory management systems
• Experience of PAT testing
• effective material handling processes

Additional Requirements

• Valid passport with the right to work in the UK
• Full driving licence preferred
• Willingness to work in a dynamic, teamwork‑oriented environment

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Location

Bellshill, Scotland, United Kingdom