Manufacturing Stores Operative - 4 on 4 off
Recruit Engineering
Manufacturing Stores Operative
Chalgrove | £33,102–£34,328 (inc. shift allowance) | Permanent | 4 on 4 off
A globally recognised aerospace manufacturer in Chalgrove is looking for a Manufacturing Stores Operative to join its team. You'll be working across packing, stores, and internal logistics functions, keeping materials and components moving efficiently through a busy production environment.
What you'll be doing:
- Primary and final packing of parts, components, and products to customer and technical requirements
- Validating batch numbers, part descriptions, and quantities against SAP, flagging any discrepancies
- Ensuring goods are packed correctly with appropriate materials, labels, and addresses clearly visible
- Liaising with logistics and shipping teams to ensure goods are ready for dispatch in line with delivery schedules
- Picking, packing, and issuing materials and stock from Detail Stores and Raw Material Stores
- Taking receipt of materials, goods, and stock from the main factory and external sources
- Internal transportation of goods throughout the factory using forklift trucks, electric pallet stackers, and scissor lift equipment
- Undertaking Raw Material Stores duties including saw operation (cutting to size) and basic measurement inspection
- Carrying out self-inspection and quality checks in line with procedures
- Supporting 5S and continuous improvement activities
- Adhering to all H&S regulations throughout
What you need:
- Stores, packing, or warehouse experience from a manufacturing environment (desirable but not essential)
- Structured and methodical approach to work with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable handling physical loads and working at pace
- Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions accurately
- Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
- Full UK driving licence desirable - successful candidates will be put forward for forklift truck training
What's on offer:
- £27,000–£28,000 base salary + 22.6% shift allowance (total package £33,102–£34,328)
- 4 on 4 off shift pattern (days)
- Strong benefits package
- Genuine progression opportunities
- Long-term stability with over a decade of secured contracts
This is a permanent position with a respected name in aerospace manufacturing. Varied, hands-on work in a well-established team where reliability and attention to detail genuinely matter.
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