Warehouse Operative: MRO & Switchboard Kitting

Rolls-Royce; Winsford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce, located in Winsford, is seeking a Warehouse Operative for MRO & Switchboard Build Operations. The role is a full-time onsite position focused on accurate picking, kitting, stock control and supporting production flow in a rail power pack overhaul environment.

You will work closely with mechanical and electrical teams, ensure materials availability, and uphold safety, quality and 5S standards in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Ability to follow picking lists, bills of materials and written instructions accurately.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Basic IT skills and the ability to use electronic stock-control systems.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate with production personnel.
• Commitment to health, safety, quality and housekeeping standards.
• Willingness to learn and develop knowledge of engineering materials and components.

Responsibilities

• Pick and kit components, parts, materials and consumables in accordance with authorised job orders, bills of materials and production requirements.
• Pick electrical and mechanical components required for switchboard assembly, repair and overhaul activities.
• Pick and prepare components required for rail power pack overhaul, repair and assembly.
• Ensure kits are complete, accurate and prepared in line with production schedules and required completion dates.
• Verify part numbers, descriptions, quantities and identification details against the relevant documentation.
• Identify and report missing, damaged, incorrect or unavailable components promptly.
• Prioritise picking activities in line with production requirements and agreed delivery schedules.
• Deliver completed kits to designated production areas or agreed collection points.
• Maintain accurate records of materials picked, issued and transferred in line with site procedures.
• Ensure components requiring serial numbers or other traceability controls are correctly identified and recorded.
• Maintain segregation of conforming, non-conforming, quarantined materials.
• Report stock discrepancies, shortages and inventory issues to the Stores Team Leader.
• Support stocktaking activities and routine inventory checks.
• Ensure materials are stored, handled and protected in accordance with requirements.
• Support rail power pack overhaul and switchboard production by ensuring required components and materials are available when needed.
• Work closely with mechanical and electrical fitters, technicians, supervisors and materials personnel to understand upcoming requirements.
• Support the identification and resolution of material shortages that could affect production delivery.
• Prepare kits in the correct sequence to support planned overhaul, assembly and repair activities.
• Return unused materials to storage and update stock records.
• Communicate material shortages or discrepancies promptly to minimise disruption to production.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve material availability, reduce waste and enhance operational efficiency.
• Follow site health, safety, environmental and manual-handling procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment within stores and designated kitting areas.
• Use appropriate equipment when moving, handling or transporting materials.
• Ensure components are packaged and protected to prevent damage, contamination or deterioration.
• Report hazards, incidents and unsafe practices promptly.
• Apply 5S principles to maintain efficient stores environment.
• Follow work instructions, quality procedures and materials-handling requirements.
• Ensure only correctly identified materials are issued to production.
• Maintain documentation and traceability throughout picking and kitting.
• Escalate quality concerns and discrepancies.
• Support audit requirements by maintaining organised storage locations and records.
• Contribute to right-first-time delivery and continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow picking lists & BOMs

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Learning mindset

Tools

ERP systems

Stock-management systems

Job description

Rolls-Royce, located in Winsford, is seeking a Warehouse Operative for MRO & Switchboard Build Operations. The role is a full-time onsite position focused on accurate picking, kitting, stock control and supporting production flow in a rail power pack overhaul environment.

You will work closely with mechanical and electrical teams, ensure materials availability, and uphold safety, quality and 5S standards in a fast-paced facility.