At a Glance
- Tasks: Support manufacturing by managing materials and ensuring efficient production flow.
- Company: Join Stannah, a family-owned global leader in accessibility solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, profit share, 25 days holiday, and health benefits.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with a focus on inclusivity and employee well-being.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that makes life easier for people through innovative products.
- Qualifications: Experience in inventory or materials handling and a valid Forklift Licence required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company. Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings. We make life easier for people by improving access for greater convenience and independence.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Material Controller to join Stannah Stairlift, based at Watt Close and surrounding areas. This role will involve providing a vital support service across the manufacturing operation, working closely with Purchasing and Operations teams to minimise downtime. You will ensure all materials and components are ordered, delivered, booked in, and available at point of use to keep production running efficiently.
As a Material Controller, you will work 42 hours a week, 07:00 - 16:45 Monday - Thursday, 07:00 - 12:00 Friday on a permanent contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong inventory, materials handling, or manufacturing experience looking to take the next step within a fast-paced production environment.
Material Controller Responsibilities:
- Operate forklift trucks safely, carrying out daily checks and reporting faults
- Manage deliveries, ensuring all goods are checked, booked in, and distributed appropriately
- Monitor and order materials to maintain optimal stock levels across production cells
- Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, invoice queries, and returns
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across inventory control and material flow
- Carry out perpetual inventory (PI) counts and support annual stock takes
- Respond quickly to stock shortages to minimise production downtime
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the yard and storage areas
Material Controller Requirements:
- Previous experience in a stores, inventory, or material replenishment role
- Valid Forklift Licence
- Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise workload
- Good understanding of health & safety within a manufacturing environment
- IT literate with experience using stock systems and Microsoft packages
Benefits Include:
- Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis
- Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter, based on Group Company profits
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Holiday scheme to buy extra days' annual leave
- Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice
- SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs, for example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit
- Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more
- Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being
- Enhanced maternity and paternity provision
Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business. We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community!
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role. Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available.
Material Controller employer: Stannah Group
Stannah is an exceptional employer that values its employees through a supportive work culture and a commitment to their well-being. Located in Andover, the company offers competitive salaries, a profit share bonus scheme, and generous holiday allowances, alongside opportunities for hybrid working after training. With a focus on employee growth and a strong emphasis on community and inclusivity, Stannah provides a rewarding environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the manufacturing and engineering sector.
