WIP Administrator

Matchtech; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech in Wimborne is seeking a WIP Coordinator on a 12-month contract to support production operations within a regulated manufacturing environment. You will manage the movement of Work in Progress materials, ensure accurate picking, issuing and recording in the ERP system, and uphold quality, safety and traceability standards.

The role requires experience in stores, warehouse or materials management, familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, and a disciplined approach to 5S and inventory control.

Qualifications

• Experience in stores, warehouse or materials management environments.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and inventory software.
• Strong attention to detail and safe material handling.

Responsibilities

• Pick and issue stock parts to production work orders.
• Update ERP/MRP transactions accurately and promptly.
• Maintain full batch control and traceability of materials.
• Manage WIP storage locations to ensure material control.
• Carry out inventory and material movement transactions in the ERP system.
• Adhere to 5S and safety/environmental procedures.
• Collaborate with production and stores teams to meet requirements.

Skills

Stores experience

Inventory control

Materials management

ERP/MRP experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

WIP Coordinator

Wimborne | 12-Month Contract

Pay Rates:
£15.00 per hour PAYE
£17.18 per hour PAYE (including holiday pay)
£20.53 per hour Umbrella

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm (37.5 hours per week)

We're recruiting for a WIP Coordinator to join a leading engineering organisation operating within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with stores, warehouse, inventory control or materials management experience to support production operations and play a key role in maintaining inventory accuracy, traceability and material flow.

The Role

As a WIP Coordinator, you will be responsible for the administration, control and physical movement of Work in Progress (WIP) materials throughout the production process. Working closely with the Stores Lead and production teams, you will ensure parts are accurately picked, issued, tracked and recorded within the ERP system while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and traceability.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick and issue stock parts to production work orders.
• Update ERP system transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain full batch control, quality standards and traceability of materials.
• Package items appropriately for transportation and storage.
• Manage and organise WIP storage locations to maintain material control.
• Carry out inventory and material movement transactions within the ERP system.
• Adhere to all health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Support 5S activities and maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Work collaboratively with production and stores teams to meet operational requirements.
• Undertake additional duties as required to support business needs.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a Stores, Warehouse, Inventory Control or Materials Management environment.
• Experience within a highly regulated industry such as Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Electronics or Manufacturing would be advantageous.
• Understanding of Work in Progress (WIP) processes.
• Experience using ERP, MRP or inventory management systems.
• Strong IT skills and confidence using digital inventory tools.
• Good understanding of safe material handling procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Success in This Role Will Be Measured By

• Inventory accuracy and stock control performance.
• WIP and kitting turnaround times.
• Compliance with 5S standards and continuous improvement activities.
• Adherence to Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.
• Accurate transactional processing within the ERP system.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and dependable.
• Methodical with a high level of accuracy.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Customer-focused with a positive attitude.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication skills.

Security & Compliance

Due to the nature of the work, successful applicants will be required to undergo Baseline Security Clearance. Applicants must also be able to comply with ITAR restrictions and associated regulatory requirements.

If you're an organised and detail-focused materials or stores professional looking for your next contract opportunity within a world-class engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you.