Warehouse and Distribution Operative

Prattwhitney; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays +

20% shift allowance

Fantastic pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Warehouse and Distribution Operative in Leighton Buzzard, UK. You will manage inventory control, stock flow, packing, and related admin to ensure efficient operations across the stores and dispatch areas.

The role requires warehouse experience, basic IT skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented team player. Benefits include a 25-day leave entitlement, a 20% shift allowance, and a strong pension and healthcare package.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Warehouse and Distribution role is essential.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Stock checks and cycle counting experience are important.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are critical.
• Team player with a can-do attitude is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Control inventory stock and manage flow of materials in/out of stores.
• Pack and secure items following a set process.
• Handle packed orders and related administration tasks.
• Maintain stock accuracy in the MRP system and physical counts.
• Support Continuous Improvement and Health & Safety initiatives.

Skills

Warehouse & Distribution

Basic computer skills

Stock checks

Cycle counting

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

MRP computer systems

Forklift experience

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-18 Country: United Kingdom Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire Position Role Type: Onsite Job Opportunity: Warehouse and Distribution Operative Location: Leighton Buzzard Company: Collins Aerospace Shift: Late Shift

Are You Ready to Shape the Future of Aircraft Interior Components? At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defence industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defence.

The Warehouse and Distribution operative is responsible the control of the inventory stock within the business and is responsible for the flow of materials and components in and out of the stores into other departments and customers. Packing and securing items in a controlled environment following a set process. To undertake the physical handling of packed orders and associated administration tasks, following set processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understanding of the use of MRP computer systems
• Physical inventory accounting & reporting through Cycle Counting
• Management of excess stock physically and on MRP system in line with accounts procedures.
• Maintain MRP system stock accuracy.
• Issue of parts and material to a works & Sales order(s) using the appropriate procedure.
• Visual Inspection, Counting and checking of incoming materials and components.
• General administration and filing
• Supporting the Business in the implementation of Continuous Improvement and Health and safety initiatives
• Receive cartons and pallets into the dispatch area from several other areas of the business.
• Check and record paperwork and information received with cartons.
• Cross reference information received against database to determine method of shipment.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience working in a Warehouse and Distribution role is essential
• Basic computer skills
• Stock checks and cycle counting experience
• Accuracy and an eye for detail
• Great team player with a can-do attitude

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Previous use of MRP Computer systems
• Forklift experience would be an advantage

Why Join Us?

At Collins Aerospace, we believe in empowering our people to make a real difference. You’ll be part of a supportive, innovative team where your contributions are valued, and your career growth is encouraged. With excellent benefits, a flexible working environment, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aircraft interior components, this is the perfect chance to take your machining career to the next level.

What We Offer:

• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays +20% Shift Allowance
• Fantastic Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal support
• Cycle to Work Scheme and other employee discounts

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Privacy Policy and Terms: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.