Materials Controller: Flexible Hours in Machining

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

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.