Material Controller - Gloucester, United Kingdom - GE Aviation

GE Aviation
GE Aviation
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Gloucester, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Job Description Summary:

The objective of the Material Controller is to maintain uninterrupted flow of work through our shop, in order to meet the production plan which contributes to improved turn around times and customer on time delivery.

You will be required to facilitate resolution to any material issues which would prevent the plan being met and problem solve with different departments (Operation / Materials / Customer Operations).

This must be completed within a compliant environment and maintaining the integrity of the Business System.


Essential Responsibilities:


  • Attend daily Materials/ Planning Standup meeting to review material position, kitting priority & raise any concerns that require escalation.
  • Optimise production flow through our machine shop, paint shop, hand salvage, treatment cell and to and from sub con. Progress any documentation required for materials.
  • Marshalling of material between cells (if necessary, between sites).
  • Responsible for identifying process improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, reduce manufacturing losses and develop world class material presentation.
  • Material kitting & presentation to the shop floor in line with production plan.
  • Work closely with Operations team to prepare kits.
  • Work closely with Operations & Production Controllers to understand kitting priorities in line with standard work in progress (SWIP).
  • Responsible for picks from field service stock, finished float stock in line with customer ship dates to ensure on time delivery (OTD).
  • Maintaining accuracy and validation of stock in our ERP system and other manual trackers and maintain traceability records for manufactured parts. Effectively control/maintain/implement Kanban/pull systems.
  • Application of problemsolving skills & can work with cross function teams.
  • Be able to be flexible across multiple product lines and other materials departments such as Stores and Despatch depending on team workload, holidays, or illness.

Qualifications/ Skill Requirements:


  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel Knowledge and experience of Oracle ERP or another ERP system
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Organised and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Problem solving skills
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Prior experience in material control preferable

Flexible Working:


GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.


Total Reward:

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward.

Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

  • Noncontributory Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Private medical cover
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance:

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role.

Please note that in the event that
BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.

Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for
BPSS clearance:

BPSS

Right to Work:

LI-FM23


Additional Information:


Relocation Assistance Provided:
No
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