Materials Controller

Materials Controller Exhall Temp to Perm £14 p/h Our client, are a forward thinking business who manufacture quality components for a variety of different industries. Key Responsibilities * Manage the goods-in, stores, and despatch functions to maintain an efficient, reliable materials service that supports production. * Operate material‑handling equipment, including counterbalance forklift trucks and the automated billet saw, to supply machining teams with required materials. * Coordinate with internal teams, external customers, and suppliers to schedule and manage deliveries. * Oversee despatch operations, working closely with the Planning Manager to ensure all outgoing products are correctly packaged, protected, and presented to uphold and enhance the company’s reputation. * Provide accurate material availability updates to support new sales orders and production planning. * Handle the procurement of non‑production items (e.g., stationery and departmental supplies), acting as the main point of contact for non‑production material suppliers. * Foster strong working relationships across departments to support a collaborative and productive team environment. Experience & Skills Required * Experienced in material handling, logistics, or coordination within a manufacturing environment. * Previous stores/warehouse experience, ideally with exposure to quality control processes. * Experience in goods-in operations, including booking and recording incoming materials. * Some background in purchasing direct and indirect materials. * Ability to use precision measuring tools such as verniers and micrometers. * Computer literate, with basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. Shift Monday to Thursday – 7:30am to 4:30pm Friday – 7:30am to 12:30pm Pay £14 p/h This is a Temporary to Permanent role What Next? Should you be interested in the above position please apply here or feel free to contact one of Actio Engineering Recruitments dedicated specialists who will provide you more detail on your favoured position. Actio are a recruitment consultancy and an equal rights employer