Production and Materials Controller

Company: Jackie Kerr Recruitment
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Location: Swindon
Job Description:

We at JKR are excited to be recruiting a Production and Materials Controller for one of our long-standing clients, a world-leading manufacturer within their industry!


This is a varied and hands-on position within a growing SME, supporting production planning, materials, quality, suppliers and customer orders. The successful candidate will play an important role in keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly as the company enters its next phase of growth.


Production and Materials Controller Roles and Responsibilities:



  • Carry out quality control inspections on incoming goods and finished products


  • Develop a strong working understanding of components and liaise with suppliers to resolve quality or technical issues


  • Manage supplier issues, investigate problems and report findings and solutions to senior management


  • Use MRP systems to manage purchasing and material requirements


  • Plan and coordinate production against targets, ensuring materials and resources are available to support each department


  • Monitor progress against KPIs and react quickly to production or operational issues


  • Work closely with the wider team to identify and cover potential production shortfalls


  • Receive and process customer consumable orders accurately and efficiently


  • Support Health & Safety administration, ensuring requirements and procedures are maintained and adhered to


  • Provide clear and accurate updates to senior management



Production and Materials Controller Ideal Candidate:



  • Previous experience using MRP systems is essential


  • Experience within production planning, materials, purchasing, quality or a similar manufacturing environment


  • Good technical understanding


  • Exceptionally organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise a varied workload


  • Proactive and confident setting priorities, while being able to react quickly when unexpected issues arise


  • Comfortable working within a fast-paced and ever-changing environment


  • Flexible and adaptable, with a positive, hands-on approach to supporting the wider business


  • Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a diverse and experienced team



Production and Materials Controller Working Hours:



  • Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 16:30


  • Friday: 07:30 – 14:30



Production and Materials Controller Benefits:



  • Shipment Bonus: £1,000 per shipment, up to four shipments per year


  • Quality Control Bonus: £2,000 annual bonus for no finished goods QC issues


  • Supplier Savings Bonus: 10% of qualifying annual supplier savings over £10,000


  • Opportunity to join a growing business where you can make a genuine impact on day-to-day operations


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Posted: October 2nd, 2026