Description
Materials & Operations Assistant
Location: On-site in Carrickfergus
Salary: From £26,600 per year
Job Type: Full-time
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Materials & Operations Assistant to support our clients day-to-day operations. This role combines hands-on materials handling with administrative and shipping coordination responsibilities, contributing to the smooth running of our production and logistics functions.
You’ll work closely with the Operations Director and collaborate with the Project Coordinator, Materials Coordinator, and wider operations team to ensure accurate documentation, efficient order processing, and timely deliveries.
Key Responsibilities
Materials Handling & Inspection
Receive, unpack, inspect, and process incoming goods (primarily high-value electronic and precision components)
Repack and store materials, ensuring accurate entry into the ERP system
Conduct general and specific inspections, including testing of critical materials
Manage non-conforming materials in line with company procedures
Prepare kits for production, ensuring traceability and accurate ERP updates
Pack and despatch spares and completed products, including documentation and freight coordination
Operate forklift for loading/unloading materials
Perform cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy
Support consumables stock control and test equipment calibration scheduling
Shipping & Logistics
Coordinate shipments with couriers and freight partners
Track deliveries and provide updates to internal teams and customers
Prepare shipping documentation (packing lists, invoices, bills of lading)
Assist in inventory monitoring to prevent shortages or overstocking
Administrative Support
Maintain accurate records and documentation in ERP and Microsoft Office
Compile customer order documents and assist with reporting and correspondence
Support general office admin including filing, data entry, and supply management
Contribute to maintaining organised and compliant factory and stores areas
Skills & Experience
Strong organisational and multitasking skills
Comfortable working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to interpret technical documentation and follow inspection protocols
Forklift operation experience (preferred)
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their role and wants to be part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Skills
1. planning and organizational skills
2. erp system
3. forklift operation
Job Title: Materials Assistant
Location: Carrickfergus, UK
Rate/Salary: - GBP Yearly
Job Type: Permanent
Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No. 2876353. Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands.