Material Controller-Stores

Job Title:

Material Controller – Stores

Location:

Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, TW16 7EF

Salary: £26,000
Working pattern:
Permanent, full-time, site-based

The role is part of an established aerospace manufacturing business’s Operations team. It involves the accurate receipt, storage, control, kitting and dispatch of components and materials. Candidates should bring a practical, hands‑on approach with a strong focus on material traceability and documentation accuracy while meeting production and repair schedules.

• Receive components and materials from customers and suppliers.
• Check goods‑in documentation, inspect deliveries and complete stock acceptance processes.
• Pick, kit and issue components against Works Orders to support production and repair turnaround schedules.
• Maintain full traceability of materials throughout Operations.
• Complete material receipts, put‑aways, booking‑in and dispatch transactions accurately.
• Process daily picks, Works Orders and subcontract movements.
• Monitor shelf‑life‑controlled materials and take appropriate action before expiry.
• Identify kit shortages, stock discrepancies and opportunities to reduce excess inventory.
• Ensure internal and external paperwork complies with the Business Management System and applicable quality standards.
• Provide flexible support across Stores, Goods‑In and Dispatch when operational priorities require it.

• Previous experience in Stores, Goods‑In, Dispatch, warehouse operations or material control within manufacturing or engineering.
• Good understanding of stock movements, material handling and documentation control.
• Ability to maintain accurate traceability in a regulated or quality‑controlled environment.
• Strong time management, organisation and workload‑prioritisation skills.
• Careful attention to detail when checking deliveries, paperwork and stock records.
• Confident working hands‑on and supporting different operational areas when required.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Production, Quality, Purchasing and Logistics colleagues.
• Experience using an MRP or ERP system is desirable.
• Experience with in aerospace, aviation, defence or another regulated manufacturing environment would be advantageous.