Stores Person, Fixed Term Contract

Job title: Stores Person 6 month fixed term contract
Location: Ashford Kent
Company: QinetiQ Target Systems
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 37 hour per week

About the role

We are currently recruiting for a temporary Stores Person to join QinetiQ Target Systems (QTS) on a 6-month fixed term contract within our Stores Team.

QTS is a wholly owned subsidiary of QinetiQ Group PLC specialising in the design and manufacture of a range of state-of-the-art Unmanned Aerial and Surface Target systems including the world-leading Banshee target. QTS targets are used to enable realistic weapons test and evaluation and operator training in over 40 countries worldwide with QTS providing a complete managed service in over 15 of these countries.

What will I be doing

As a Stores Person youll play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly. Reporting to the Stores Lead youll support goods inwards kitting stock control and dispatch activities ensuring accuracy efficiency and high operational standards at all times.

Duties will include:

Receiving and accurately processing incoming goods within the ERP system
Kitting components and assemblies in line with production requirements
Packing goods securely and ensuring correct documentation is included
Supporting stock control activities including stock checks and inventory accuracy
Operating a forklift truck (where required)
Maintaining accurate system records and data integrity
Contributing to Continuous Improvement initiatives
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping health and safety.

What do I need

Youll have experience working in a stores or warehouse environment ideally within manufacturing. Youll be organised reliable and take pride in working accurately and safely with good written and verbal communication skills and a strong team focus.

Youll also have:

GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English
Knowledge of health & safety practices including manual handling and hazardous goods
Confidence using computer systems including Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
A team-focused proactive approach
Experience operating a forklift truck (a valid Forklift Truck licence is desirable)

It would be an advantage if you have:

Experience using an ERP or stock management system (including barcoding)
Experience using a vertical storage system
Experience of working within a Continuous Improvement environment