Dispatch & Production Controller
Saint Mellons (CF3)
6 month contract with a view to going permanent
Our client is a high-growth engineering and manufacturing business developing innovative, large-scale products for global markets. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to appoint a hands-on Dispatch & Production Controller to support their shop floor, production and workshop operations.
This person will take ownership of the day-to-day running of a busy workshop environment, combining hands-on production work with organisation, stock control and equipment maintenance.
Benefits:
Salary £35,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Opportunity to join a fast-growing, innovative business
Strong progression opportunities as the company scales
Opportunity to move into a permanent position after initial contract
Varied, hands-on role with real ownership
Role Responsibilities:
Overseeing the day-to-day running of the workshop and production area
Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient shop floor environment
Operating forklifts to move materials, components and finished products
Supporting production and assembly activities as required
Managing stock, materials and inventory to ensure production flow is maintained
Updating internal systems with stock movements, dispatch and materials data
Coordinating incoming goods, storage and internal distribution
Supporting engineers and production teams by ensuring materials and tools are readily available
Carrying out basic machinery maintenance and troubleshooting where required
Monitoring workshop equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
Ensuring all health & safety standards are maintained across the workshop
Taking ownership of workshop organisation, layout and workflow efficiency
Supporting procurement and reporting on materials usage where required
Essential Skills & Experience:
You MUST have a valid forklift licence and experience operating forklifts
Previous experience within a production, workshop or manufacturing environment
Hands-on approach with the ability to support assembly and production work
Experience managing stock, materials or workshop environments
Basic mechanical understanding with the ability to maintain equipment
Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently
Experience updating systems or working with stock/production data
Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
If you are interested and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV. As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, THOMAS Professional commit to reviewing applications we receive with complete fairness and equality.
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