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Stores Lead

Lydd
2 weeks ago
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Air Personnel are delighted to be supporting an Aerospace client based in Lydd for the role of Stores Lead

Our client is a leader in international aerospace and defense design, development, and operation of airborne surveillance aircraft, heavy maintenance checks, and modifications.

They provide a wide range of aviation and related services to domestic and international markets.

We are currently seeking qualified applicants for Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AMO) Stores Lead position in Lydd, UK.

Job Purpose:

Stores lead is responsible for managing and overseeing all Supply Chain functions at the base.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide inventory control of aircraft parts and company tooling, including quarantine stores.

• Dispense aircraft parts, tools, consumables, etc. to maintenance department.

• Shipping and receiving of parts, tooling, and other items.

• Ensure inventory stock levels are maintained to support company operations.

• Maintaining accurate parts data in company maintenance tracking system.

• Generate repair orders for unserviceable parts and tooling.

• Purchase merchandise, materials, components, equipment etc. as required.

• Resolve any discrepancies related to purchasing, receiving, and stock levels.

• Carryout inventory cycle counts as required.

• Oversee and control parts activities performed by staff with off-hours stores responsibilities.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in aviation is required.

• Valid driver's license with no restrictions.

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a platform access and driving card.

• Experience in shipping, receiving and inventory control is preferred.

• Experience ordering parts and materials and/or working in a warehouse environment.

• Experience in customs and controlled goods requirements is an asset.

• Capacity to work within strict timelines to meet operational requirements.

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be self-motivated to perform and complete assigned tasks.

• A strong commitment to safety, adhering to all safe work environment standards and procedures.

• Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time, as well as lifting weight up to 50lbs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join this company as a Stores Lead so please give Michelle a call or email your CV

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