Stores Operative

Aerotron Composites Limited; Chatteris; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A top aviation manufacturing company in Chatteris is seeking a Stores Operative to maintain material records, pick and pack orders, and ensure high standards in the stores area. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong communication skills and a can-do attitude. Full-time role with competitive salary, 28 days holiday, and additional benefits including training and healthcare scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday

AXA healthcare scheme

Access to gym facilities

Qualifications

• Hands on and a can-do attitude.
• Confident and able to adapt to tasks required.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of all materials received.
• Picking, packing and dispatching orders.
• Inspecting delivered goods to defined standards.
• High level of housekeeping within the stores area.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Flexibility in working hours

Computer literate with Microsoft applications

Team player

Attention to detail

Understanding of Aerospace standards

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems experience

Forklift licence

Job description

Aerotron Composites Ltd is a privately owned company which is part of the Aerotron Group of aviation companies. We have a new purpose‑built facility in Chatteris, focussing on manufacturing aircraft components for several major Aerospace and Defence OEMs. We are a global leader in the Aerospace and Defence industries and the partner‑of‑choice for best‑in‑class product development, manufacture and repair.

What makes us unique is our combined experiences, skill and knowledge in engineering, manufacturing and repair, and we need the right people to join us on our journey to delivering our vision. Our company is built around our people as we encourage diversity of thought, empower team members to collaborate and enhance our joint future through their personal development. We take great pride in what we deliver, and want to leverage our collective talents, passion, and hard work by putting the customer at the forefront of our business.

Find out more about us on our LinkedIn page (https://www.linkedin.com/company/aerotron-composites-ltd) and what we do in this video (https://www.linkedin.com/company/aerotron-composites-ltd/videos).

We are looking for Stores Operative who is looking for their next challenge and thrive working in a fast‑paced, innovative environment, manufacturing parts for major Aerospace and Defence OEMs. Our modern, purpose‑built facility is designed so no jobs are too big for us – anything from components on helicopters to the manufacture of complex tooling. If you like variety, want to work in a great team alongside our Engineers and Production teams, we will provide you with continued development and support to achieve your career ambitions. We want you to bring the enthusiasm and attitude to succeed.

Starting Salary and responsibility will be offered according to experience and qualifications with opportunities to increase salary with experience.

Key responsibilities:

Within our Stores function you will mainly help deliver the following, whilst additional tasks may also be required:

• Maintain detailed records of all materials received, ensuring all goods are processed within 24 hours of arrival at goods in.
• Picking, packing and despatching sales, repair and subcontract orders.
• Receiving inbound daily deliveries from couriers and hauliers.
• Inspecting delivered goods to various defined standards.
• Binning goods into a stock location.
• Issuing and receiving of tooling used in the production process.
• Picking & internally delivering piece part kits for the manufacture of production parts.
• Shelf‑life reviews.
• High level of housekeeping within the stores area.
• 5S and cleanliness of working areas.
• Any other reasonable duties as required.
• Fully comply with Company Policies including Health and Safety at all times.

Personal attributes:

• Hands on and a can‑do attitude.
• Confident and able to adapt to tasks required.
• Hard working and reliable.
• Punctual and committed in all aspects.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced working environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A level of commercial awareness, solving problems, eliminating wastes and risks.

Skills and experience:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility in working hours and approach to meet business needs during critical times.
• Computer literate with good working experience of Microsoft applications such as Excel and Outlook.
• Experience of typical ERP/MRP systems though specific training will be given in our systems.
• Team player and able to communicate well with others in the business.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately in a busy, pressured and demanding environment.
• Understanding of Aerospace standards and traceability, Lot control and record‑keeping would be advantageous.
• Forklift licence would be advantageous.
• Commercial awareness, excellent problem‑solving skills, eliminating wastes and risks.
• Provide training, guidance and assistance to co‑workers as required.

What are the Benefits for You?

You will be offered a full‑time contract which comes with a competitive salary, 28 days holiday including statutory and public holidays and AXA healthcare scheme. Our site has car parking, canteen facility and the benefit of a newly equipped gym for staff use. The role is 40 hours per week with the opportunity for overtime. Standard shifts are 8 hour per day, Monday to Friday from 07:45-16:45. You will receive a comprehensive induction, on‑site training which will cover all aspects of the role, and Health, Safety and Fire and HR compliance training.