Stores Person

Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge, with a forward-thinking organisation within the aerospace engineering sector? Due to continued growth, the Hyde Group has a vacancy for an experienced Stores Person working in our manufacturing facility in Dukinfield.

About us

We are one of the UK's largest and most trusted engineering companies, providing products and services to Aerospace, Defence, Nuclear, Energy and Scientific sectors.

About the opportunity:

The Stores person will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Stores and inventory management. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the receipt, storage, organisation, and distribution of aerospace parts and materials, ensuring compliance with quality standards and safety regulations. The role requires a strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to handle specialised aerospace components.

Key Responsibilities:

Inventory Management: Accurately track and maintain stock levels of aerospace materials and parts.

Receiving and Inspection: Receive deliveries of parts, materials, and supplies, ensuring all items meet quality and safety standards. Inspect incoming materials for damages or discrepancies and report issues to management.

Storage and Organisation: Organise the Stores to optimise space utilisation and ensure easy access to materials. Store parts according to relevant storage guidelines, such as temperature or humidity controls for sensitive materials.

Order Fulfilment: Pick, pack, and distribute items as required by the production team or other departments. Ensure timely and accurate order fulfilment to avoid production delays.

Inventory Control: Perform periodic stock checks (cycle counts, annual inventory) and assist with reconciling discrepancies between physical stock and records. Report any discrepancies or concerns to supervisors.

Safety and Compliance: Ensure all safety protocols are followed, including proper lifting techniques, the use of PPE, and adherence to regulations regarding the handling of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and organised Stores.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of stock movements, deliveries, and inventory levels. Prepare reports on inventory status and perform other administrative duties as required.

Collaboration: Work closely with the production, procurement, and engineering teams to ensure that all required materials are available for production runs. Communicate effectively with other departments regarding inventory needs.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

Experience: Previous experience in inventory management or storekeeping, preferably in an aerospace or manufacturing environment.

Knowledge: Understanding of aerospace materials, parts, and safety standards. Familiarity with aerospace production processes is an advantage.

Technical Skills: Proficient in using warehouse management systems (WMS) or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP knowledge/experience is preferred. Basic computer literacy with Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and handle heavy materials and work in a warehouse setting. Comfort with operating forklifts or other warehouse equipment.

Attention to Detail: Strong organisational skills with a high level of accuracy in inventory control and record-keeping.

Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in inventory and handle issues related to stock management efficiently.

Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills to interact with team members and other departments.

Driving Licence: A full driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points is preferable.

What we offer:

Competitive salary.

Generous annual leave entitlement.

Exciting benefits package with access to discounts from leading retailers.

Purpose built sites with free parking.

Discounted gym membership.

Excellent career development opportunities available.

Opportunity to develop and learn in a growing business environment

Cycle to work scheme.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Hyde Group are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds in particular groups who are currently under represented in our sector.

All our roles require the need to obtain BPSS clearance which includes DBS check and 3 years employment references.

If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you then we’d love to hear from you