Materials Controller

TCRE Engenharia Ltda; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Coventry seeks an experienced Materials Controller for their planning and logistics department. This temporary-to-permanent position requires someone with 3-4 years of experience in material handling, warehouse processes, and purchasing. Responsibilities include overseeing goods in, operating forklift trucks, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring quality control. Basic PC skills and the ability to use measuring equipment are essential. Training may be available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in material handling and coordination in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous stores experience, preferably with a focus on quality control.
• Experience in goods in, including booking in goods.
• Forklift certification is advantageous; however, an in‑house refresher can be offered to the right candidate.
• Experience in purchasing direct and indirect materials.
• Ability to use measuring equipment, such as verniers and micrometres.
• Basic PC skills, particularly with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).

Responsibilities

• Run the goods in, stores, and despatch areas efficiently to support the manufacturing process.
• Operate mechanical handling equipment, including counterbalance forklift trucks.
• Communicate with internal and external customers to arrange deliveries.
• Liaise with the Planning Manager regarding despatching goods.
• Provide material availability information to support new sales orders.
• Purchase non-production materials based on departmental demand.
• Maintain good relationships with colleagues to foster teamwork.

Skills

Material handling and coordination

Forklift operation

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Communication skills

Tools

Forklift

Verniers and micrometres

Job description

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Flexible start times: 6:00 AM, 6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM)
• Friday: 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Flexible start times: 6:00 AM, 6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM)

Location

Coventry

Job Type

Temp to Perm

Salary

£14 per hour (£28,392 per annum)

Job Description

Our client is committed to excellence in precision machining and engineering. We are looking for an experienced Materials Controller to join their planning and logistics department. This is a temporary-to-permanent position starting immediately for the successful candidate.

Main Duties

• Running the goods in, stores, and despatch areas efficiently to support the manufacturing process.
• Operating mechanical handling equipment, including counterbalance forklift trucks and automatic Billet Saws, to supply materials for machining.
• Communicating with internal and external customers and suppliers to arrange deliveries.
• Liaising with the Planning Manager regarding despatching goods, ensuring products are well‑packed to prevent damage and uphold the company's image.
• Providing material availability information to support new sales orders.
• Purchasing non‑production materials, including stationery, based on departmental demand, and serving as the point of contact for non‑production suppliers.
• Maintaining good relationships with colleagues to foster teamwork.

Experience Required

• 3-4 years of experience in material handling and coordination in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous stores experience, preferably with a focus on quality control.
• Experience in goods in, including booking in goods.
• Forklift certification is advantageous; however, an in‑house refresher can be offered to the right candidate.
• Experience in purchasing direct and indirect materials.
• Ability to use measuring equipment, such as verniers and micrometres.
• Basic PC skills, particularly with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).

If you are interested in this Materials Controller opportunity, please apply online or call our office for more information.