Multi Task Inspector

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company offers an excellent opportunity as a Multi-Task Inspector at Wattisham, responsible for quality inspections and logistics support for Apache AH64-E helicopters. The role involves collaborating with other agencies, performing warehousing duties, and maintaining compliance with health and safety policies, providing a chance for genuine professional development.

Benefits

26 days holidays plus bank holidays

2 volunteering days per year

Life Assurance options

Personal development and training programs

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts at high street stores

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced in aircraft engineering environment (5+ years).
• Qualified to at least HNC level in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections of equipment.
• Undertake warehousing duties and operate MHE.
• Report discrepancies affecting contract performance.

Skills

Team player

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

HNC in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

An excellent opportunity to join the Leonardo contract at Wattisham.

Your Role

Due to internal reorganisation within the Leonardo contract, we have a vacancy for a Multi-Task Inspector based at Wattisham, near Ipswich in Suffolk. Reporting to the Industry Delivery Section (IDS) Team Leader, you will carry out quality inspections of serviceable and unserviceable equipment in support of the Apache AH64-E helicopter. Working as part of a small team, you will be involved in all aspects of day-to-day asset management, including goods receipt, stock location, despatch preparation, and packaging, providing logistics support to the Boeing LTTSS and RWE contracts.

Your Responsibilities

• Carry out quality inspection of equipment as required.
• Communicate actively with other agencies to achieve joint goals.
• Undertake warehousing duties, including operation of MHE, to ensure efficient operation of the Support Centre.
• Report discrepancies affecting contract performance to the WSC Team Leader.
• Operate Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and perform other computer-based tasks as required. Ensure equipment is processed within required turnaround times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects and ideas.
• Comply with company Health and Safety policies, especially regarding machinery and protective devices.
• Work closely with personnel at Wattisham Air Station.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices in the designated area.
• Perform additional tasks as agreed with the WSC Team Leader.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Ideally qualified to HNC level in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering with at least 5 years of experience in an aircraft engineering environment.
• Flexible, willing to learn, and positive about the working environment. Some travel within the UK may be required.
• Team player, able to work effectively alone or with groups.
• Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office applications is desirable.

Good Reasons to Join

Alongside competitive pay and superb training opportunities, we offer a great working environment where you are respected and valued. Opportunities for progression and development are genuine.

• 26 days holidays plus bank holidays
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Life Assurance options with the KN Route2 pension scheme
• Personal development and training programs
• Empowered to deliver your best
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts at high street stores and supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, & more)
• Refer a friend scheme

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