Material Controller – Precision Engineering (Coventry)
We are currently recruiting a Material Controller to join the Planning and Logistics Department of a well-established precision machining company based in Coventry. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, with an immediate start available for the right candidate.
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday:
Standard hours: 7:30am – 4:30pm
Flexible start times available: 6:00am, 6:30am or 7:00am
Friday:
Standard hours: 7:30am – 12:30pm
Flexible start times available: 6:00am, 6:30am or 7:00am
Pay
£14.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities
As a Material Controller, your duties will include:
Ensuring the Goods In, Stores and Despatch areas operate efficiently to support the manufacturing process
Operating mechanical handling equipment, including a counterbalance forklift truck, and an automatic billet saw
Liaising with internal departments, suppliers, and customers to coordinate deliveries
Managing despatch activities with the Planning Manager, ensuring goods are packed correctly and company standards are maintained
Providing material availability information to support new sales orders
Purchasing non-production materials and acting as the main point of contact with suppliers
Maintaining positive working relationships to support effective teamwork
Experience & Skills Required
3–4 years’ experience in material handling and coordination within a manufacturing environmenT
Previous stores experience, ideally including quality control
Experience with goods in, including booking in deliveries
Some experience purchasing direct and indirect materials
Ability to use measuring equipment, including verniers and micrometres
PC literate, with basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
📞 To apply or for more information, call Pertemps on (phone number removed)