Material Controller

Matchtech • TRAFFIC • Bedfordshire, Luton, United Kingdom • £21.82 - £29.87 / * • 2d ago

Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Material Controller to join them on a contract basis at their site in Luton.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be willing to undergo security checks (5+ years UK residency).
Fully onsite in Luton.
6 month contract.
21.82 p/h PAYE or 29.87 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35.

We are seeking an experienced Material Controller to ensure the timely manufacture of products in accordance with the Master Production Schedule (MPS). The successful candidate will manage all materials in the manufacturing chain to meet the appropriate build standards and maintain work-in-progress status within SAP. The role includes expediting internal production items to comply with MPS and generating weekly progress reports. You will also provide accurate feedback on estimated completion dates and potential delays through your team lead and local integrated project team (IPT).

The ideal candidate must possess strong organisational and communication skills, working closely with Operations, Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Engineering teams to meet production schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

Review, release, and manage internal Production/Service orders aligned with MPS and customer plans.
Expedite work through production areas daily, collaborating with manufacturing teams to review capacity.
Schedule Production/Service Orders using SAP.
Use Teamcenter to ensure the latest drawings and work instructions are applied to Production/Service orders.
Coordinate vendor operations with Delivery and Logistics teams.
Implement FRB/MRB actions, attend MRB meetings, and ensure dispositioned material is handled accordingly.
Liaise with Industrial Engineering to ensure accurate rework descriptions and timings.
Manage the delivery of kits to and from all Manufacturing and Engineering areas.
Inform internal stakeholders of delays that could impact MPS achievement, suggest re-prioritisations, and resolve issues.
Attend and contribute to production reviews as a key member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT).
Collaborate closely with the Material Supply team to ensure material availability for the agreed production plan.

Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge:

Experience with SAP is essential.
Previous planning experience in a production environment.
Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
Excellent organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks.
Strong analytical skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
Adaptability, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Awareness of ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) and FOD (Foreign Object Debris) is an advantage.

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