Material and Quality Coordinator

Where performance, quality and ease of use are paramount, you’ll find Advanced on the wall.

Advanced is a global leader in the design and manufacture of specialist fire safety systems that protect lives and property in more than 80 countries across the globe.

Company:
Advanced

Sector:
Safety

Function:
Operations

Job Type: Regular / Permanent

Role Type:
Full time

Location:

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Our team members are passionate, driven and up for a challenge. If you have ambition to make a difference, then please read on.

• Coordinate closely with departments to establish defined processes and procedures for the quality control of materials (i.e. goods inspection, out-going goods), flow of materials, etc.
• Conduct data analysis, and regular audits on material, stock discrepancies, shortages, and material quality issues.
• Lead continuous improvement activities to enhance material data collection, streamline material flow processes, improve stock visibility and traceability throughout manufacturing, and identify and implement opportunities for automation.
• Coordinate closely with departments to forecast material supply and ensure timely material availability.
• Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods to support production schedules while minimizing shortages and excess stock.
• Coordinate the receiving, inspection and verification of all incoming materials to ensure quality, conformity and accuracy.
• Develop and implement incoming material inspection procedures and quality control measures to assess and improve supplier performance.
• Conduct regular stock audits to ensure inventory accuracy and adherence to FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles.
• Collaborate closely with the supply chain and quality teams to align all material management activities with company policies, procedures and best practices.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven experience in stock control, inventory, supply chain, and warehouse management or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in inventory management software or ERP, MRP, WMS systems (Epicor preferred but not essential).
• Project management experience (e.g. digital transportation projects, automation projects, etc.) (preferred but not essential).
• Trained in lean manufacturing / principles and continuous improvement methodologies (preferred but not essential).
• Minimum of HNC Level 4 Qualification (preferred but not essential).

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