Manufacturing Controller

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Controller subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract working night shifts. The role does require the candidate to have Stores / Lineside / Production line experience.

Hourly Rate: �23.91ph rising to �25.26 after 12 weeks.
Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)

Manufacturing Controller Job Description:
The Manufacturing Controller role will involve issue, receipt and management of stores and inventory in a stores environment. Loading, control and monitoring of work packages in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:
* Stock control / storekeeping including shelf life control.
* Loading the manufacturing cells with the requisite jobs in accordance with planned lead and cycle times, in order to comply with manufacturing programmes and delivery schedules.
* Packing including the use of hand tools. Receiving and issuing of tooling.
* Updating computer records.
* Kitting activity.
* Loading and unloading of Lorries.

Skillset/experience required:
* Experience in a stores environment or manufacturing control.
* Follow instructions.
* Willing to work flexible shift patterns.
* Attention to detail.
* Work on own with minimal supervision.
* Use own initiative.
* Flexible.
* Manual handling training.
* Lifting & Slinging training (Including overhead cranes).
* ESD training.

Desirable skills:
* PC skills, including EXCEL.
* Fork lift truck licence.
* Knowledge of Kanban and 2 bin systems.
* Experience with an Enterprise Planning System e.g. SAP.