Warehouse Technician

Cambridge Aerospace; Bourn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Private medical & dental

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Cambridge Aerospace is seeking a reliable Warehouse Technician to join the Manufacturing Supply Chain team in Bourn, England. The role involves ensuring the safe and efficient handling of materials and maintaining stock accuracy. Key responsibilities include receiving goods, managing inventory, and upholding health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have prior warehouse experience, basic IT skills, and a methodical approach. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including private medical and dental care.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in regulated warehouse or logistics settings.
• Physically capable of manual handling tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Receive and check incoming goods against purchase orders.
• Load and unload deliveries safely.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using MRP/WMS.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork skills

Basic IT skills

Health and safety understanding

Education

Previous warehouse/logistics experience

Equivalent practical industry experience

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

WMS systems

Forklift

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and detail‑focused Warehouse Technician to join our Manufacturing Supply Chain team at a critical stage in the company’s growth. This role supports manufacturing operations by ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient handling of raw materials, consumables, and finished product.

The position plays an important role in maintaining material traceability, stock accuracy, and timely supply to manufacturing activities. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast‑paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment and will bring a methodical, safety‑conscious approach to daily warehouse operations.

You will work closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and the wider business to support material flow, minimise downtime, and uphold health, safety, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming goods, checking deliveries against purchase orders, delivery notes, and specifications
• Safely load and unload deliveries
• Put away stock correctly into designated storage locations, including controlled areas
• Pick, pack, and issue materials to manufacturing in line with work orders
• Ensure all goods are packaged and labelled correctly
• Carry out regular stock checks and cycle counts
• Report discrepancies, damaged stock, or shortages
• Maintain accurate inventory records using MRP and/or WMS systems
• Use warehouse equipment such as pallet trucks, trolleys, or forklifts
• Support material flow to minimise manufacturing downtime
• Keep work areas clean, tidy, and free from hazards
• Operate in accordance with site Health & Safety policies, including COSHH
• Report safety concerns, incidents, or near misses
• Support continuous improvement of warehouse processes
• Carry out any reasonable tasks required by the Materials Lead
• Work collaboratively within the Warehouse, Manufacturing, and wider business teams

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a regulated warehouse or logistics environment
• Basic IT skills, including inventory systems, scanners, or spreadsheets
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Understanding of health and safety principles
• Physically able to carry out manual handling tasks
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred Experience

• Forklift licence (counterbalance and/or reach)
• Experience using ERP, MRP, or WMS systems
• Knowledge of COSHH and controlled materials handling
• Understanding of stock control and traceability processes

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and punctual
• Organised and methodical
• Flexible and willing to support changing priorities
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Able to work under pressure to meet manufacturing deadlines

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, logistics, or materials‑handling experience
• Or equivalent practical industry experience

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and stock options
• Private medical & dental
• Cycle to work scheme

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.