Stores Co-ordinator

Who is Progress Rail? What do we do?

We are Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, specialists in precision heavy engineering. One of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit systems products worldwide. From our UK manufacturing operations in Nottingham, Sheffield and South Queensferry we supply a range of specialist products into the rail network in the UK and overseas.

As an industry leader we are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring continued success for the future. Build a long-term career with helpful training, supportive mentors, professional development, and study assistance support.

The Role:

We are recruiting for a self-motivated and driven Stores Co-Ordinator who will ensure the safe and efficient receipt, storage and dispatch of warehouse materials, goods and products to supply business operations and customer demand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all materials that are delivered to the business are accompanied with the correct documentation i.e.: advice note with the correct purchase order and C of C and escalate any issues to the Stores team lead / Materials Manager
• Receiving and Issuing materials to and from the designated stores areas
• Generate despatch notes, picking lists, transfer orders, counting journals and packing lists and ensure that intermediate stock, finished goods and raw material are correctly located on the system
• Using counterbalance forklift trucks to move materials around the sites whilst maintaining the highest standard of safety to personnel, equipment and materials
• Loading and unloading vehicles to Company procedures and legislative safety standards
• To ensure that all company material storage / stock areas are maintained in a safe and tidy condition and that materials are always stacked safely.
• Support and maintain internal stock locations for accuracy by supporting PI checks and undertake stocktakes as required within the stores team
• Ensure all admin is maintained to a high level and is kept up to date for auditable purposes
• Help monitor and report on stock levels and shortages – liaise with Team Lead and Materials Manager to ensure material shortages are addressed
• Understanding of the quality standard required for each job. Never dispatch materials which are suspected of, or confirmed with Non-Conformances

Skills and Experience:

• Experience within a warehouse stock control manufacturing environment
• MRP/ERP experience is advantageous
• Competent IT skills
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Highly motivated – able to work as part of a team as well as the initiative to work alone as and when required
• Effective time management – able to work within tight timescales in line with production requirements/needs
• Flexibility to work shifts and weekend work/overtime will be required to assist yearly site stock takes or as the business requires
• Flexibility to move between sites if required

What you’ll get in return:

In addition to working for an industry leader, with a great working environment and knowledgeable colleagues, we also offer:

• Highly competitive and negotiable salaries, depending on suitability and experience
• Company funded external qualifications
• 33 days holiday per annum, pro rate (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
• Company pension scheme with up to a 7% employer contribution
• Company funded life assurance of 3 times your annual salary
• Professional and leadership development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of discounts on your favourite shops, car insurance, holidays and much more via Caterpillar Advantage
• Employee recognition scheme

What’s next?

Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on an inclusive workforce and culture.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £23,441.00-£26,201.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Store discount
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Warehouse stock control: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: One location