Stores Team Leader

Aerotron Composites Limited; Chatteris; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Chatteris is seeking an experienced Stores Team Leader to oversee inventory management and supervise stores staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities and a comprehensive understanding of operational procedures within manufacturing. A full-time contract with competitive salary and benefits is offered, including private healthcare and 28 days of holiday.

Benefits

28 days holiday including statutory and public holidays

Private healthcare scheme

Canteen facility

Access to a newly equipped gym

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Leadership experience managing a team.
• Understanding of stores, shipping and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate inventory records for parts identification.
• Supervise stores staff and manage schedules.
• Track and report key performance metrics.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Computer literacy with Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Attention to detail

Understanding of Aerospace standards

Job description

Overview

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, focusing 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. 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 pride in what we deliver and put the customer at the forefront of our business.

Find out more about us on our LinkedIn page and what we do in this video.

We are looking for experienced Stores Team Leader who are looking for their next challenge and thrive working in a fast-paced, innovative environment, manufacturing parts for major Aerospace and Defence OEMs. Our modern 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:
• Ensure accurate inventory records (98%+ accuracy) for parts identification, storage locations and quantities across all stores.
• Oversee the planning and coordination of Perpetual Inventory Routines, including cycle counts and resolution of discrepancies.
• Supervise and support all stores staff, including managing departmental schedules, performance appraisals and on the job training for new hires.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve issues, clarify procedures and expedite workflows.
• Maintain detailed records of all materials received, ensuring all goods are processed within 24 hours of arrival at goods in.
• Track and report key performance metrics to ensure efficient stores operations.
• Actively participate in and promote the continuous improvement program within the Supply Chain function, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• 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 and 5S 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

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comprehensive understanding of stores, shipping and operational procedures within a manufacturing environment
• Flexibility in working hours and approach to meet business needs during critical times
• Computer literacy with good working experience of Microsoft applications such as Excel and Outlook
• Experience with typical ERP/MRP systems; 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

Benefits

You will be offered a full-time contract which comes with a competitive salary, 28 days holiday including statutory and public holidays and a private 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 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.