Material Controller in Gloucester

Here at Dowty (a GE Aerospace company) we have an exciting opportunity to join our team on an 18 month fixed term contract as a Material Controller. You’ll be responsible for maintaining the uninterrupted flow of work through our shop to meet the production plan and customer on time delivery. You’ll facilitate resolution to any material issues preventing the plan from being met and problem solve with different departments (Operation / Materials / Customer Operations). You’ll be operating within a compliant environment, while maintaining the integrity of the Business System.

Essential Responsibilities

• Attend daily Materials Fulfilment meeting to review material position, kitting priority & raise any concerns that require escalation.
• Creation of Work Orders for sub-components of assets received into the facility.
• Work closely with Production Controllers to understand kitting priorities in line with standard work in progress (SWIP).
• Marshalling of material between cells, and transfer of material between OE and R&O organizations.
• Material kitting & presentation to the shop floor in line with production plan.
• Checking for any material shortages before booking assets to stock.
• Maintaining accuracy and validation of stock in our ERP system and other manual trackers and maintain traceability records for manufactured parts.
• Effectively control/maintain/implement Kanban/pull systems.
• Application of problem-solving skills & can work with cross function teams.
• On-site role within a manufacturing / production environment, working closely with production controllers, stores, despatch, and shop-floor teams.
• Potential for overtime or shift flexibility depending on production needs.

Required Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• Prior experience in material control is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge and experience of ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Problem solving skills.
• Able to work as part of a team.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post.