Materials Handler / Material Controller

Material Handler / Material Controller

Double Days – Full time (37.5 Hours) – Monday-Friday – Salary GBP28,400 + 12.5% shift allowance (GBP31,540)

Due to growth, my client is looking for an experienced Material Handler / Material Controller to join their Warehouse and Logistics team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong stock control experience and a valid Counterbalance FLT licence to join a busy manufacturing environment supporting production and material flow.

The Role:

• Receive, inspect and book in incoming materials and goods
• Ensure materials are correctly identified, labelled and stored
• Pick, issue and distribute materials to production areas
• Maintain accurate inventory records using internal systems
• Load and unload deliveries using Counterbalance FLT equipment
• Check goods received against purchase orders and delivery notes
• Prepare materials for internal transfers and dispatch
• Complete stock movement documentation accurately
• Supply production departments with materials in line with manufacturing schedules
• Monitor material availability and highlight potential shortages
• Process material returns and update stock records
• Carry out daily FLT inspections and report any defects
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Support continuous improvement across material flow, stock accuracy and warehouse efficiency
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures

The Person:

• Previous experience as a Material Handler, Material Controller, Stores Person or Warehouse Operative
• Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence – Essential
• Previous experience operating forklifts within a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of stock control and warehouse processes
• Experience using ERP, MRP or Warehouse Management Systems
• Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy
• Good numerical and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload within a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and able to work effectively across departments
• Manufacturing or engineering environment experience – Advantageous
• Reach Truck Licence – Advantageous
• PPT Licence – Advantageous
• Experience with cycle counting and inventory control – Advantageous

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