Stores Operative

Stores Operative
Northampton
6-month contract
Days
Circa - £14.75 - £15 per hour

Overview

EMBS Talent is working in partnership with a global manufacturer known for producing high-precision, detailed components across a range of machining processes, supplying primarily into the aerospace sector.

Responsibilities

We're partnering with a leading precision engineering business in Northampton to find a Stores Operative. You'll keep stock records accurate, make sure parts and kits get where they need to be, and ensure every UK and international shipment leaves on time and with the right paperwork.

You will:

• Follow and help improve the company's stock management process
• Run full stock counts twice a year, ready for the external year-end audit
• Make stock adjustments in the ERP system (EFACS)
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and using ERP transaction logs to trace and resolve them
• Pick components and rebuild kits accurately against works orders and requisitions
• Prepare and support domestic and international despatches, including customs invoices and shipping paperwork
• Work closely with colleagues across departments and with the wider Stores team to avoid duplicated effort
• Keep your line manager updated on any issues or concerns from stock checks
• Follow all Health & Safety regulations, company policies and procedures

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• Previous experience in stores and inventory control
• Manual handling experience
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach, with the focus to stay accurate on repetitive, detailed tasks
• Good organisation and the ability to prioritise your workload and hit deadlines
• Able to work independently on a defined project, and equally comfortable as part of a team
• Clear, confident communication

About us

EMBS is a specialist talent consultancy connecting exceptional engineering and technology professionals with some of the UK’s most prestigious advanced engineering businesses across Transportation, Energy and Defence. With deep sector expertise and a strong network of industry-leading employers, we’ll provide expert advice and support throughout the process, helping you secure the right opportunity and take the next step in your career.

Please note, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents; we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.

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