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Job description

Responsible for the day-to-day physical operation of a distribution facility supplying critical components to a major OEM customer on a kanban and just-in-time (JIT) basis. The role is central to maintaining continuity of supply, ensuring the right parts reach the customer in the right quantity, in the right sequence, at the right time. The successful candidate will own the flow of material through the facility, from goods inward through to line-side replenishment and dispatch, while keeping stock accuracy and system records aligned in a fast-moving, high-volume environment. This is a hands-on operational role requiring accurate materials handling alongside the discipline to maintain the health and integrity of the kanban and linefeed system.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and book in inbound deliveries against purchase orders and delivery notes
• Verify quantities, part numbers, and packaging condition on receipt
• Check accompanying documentation, including certificates of conformity and batch traceability where required
• Put away received material to designated locations under correct FIFO discipline
• Identify and segregate discrepancies, damaged, or suspect material for resolution
• Operate and maintain the kanban replenishment system, responding to physical and electronic (e-kanban) signals
• Replenish customer line-side and point-of-use locations to agreed levels and sequence
• Manage kanban cards, empty bins, and returnable packaging through the replenishment loop
• Monitor consumption against expected demand and flag abnormal usage or potential shortages
• Maintain the integrity of two-bin and other kanban loops, ensuring signals are actioned promptly to prevent line stoppage
• Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders to meet JIT delivery windows and collection schedules
• Ensure correct labelling, packaging, and documentation for each dispatch
• Load outbound vehicles safely and in line with delivery routing
• Coordinate with transport and the customer to meet agreed delivery times
• Maintain accurate dispatch records and proof of delivery
• Carry out cycle counts and perpetual inventory checks to maintain stock accuracy
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies at root cause
• Maintain accurate bin locations and support layout optimisation
• Manage FIFO, shelf life, and obsolescence where applicable
• Support periodic stock-takes and reconciliation
• Operate materials handling equipment (counterbalance and/or reach forklift, powered pallet truck) safely and within licence
• Conduct daily pre-use checks and report defects promptly
• Handle material in a manner that protects product quality and prevents damage
• Maintain safe and efficient movement of goods throughout the facility

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Minimum 1 year experience in a warehouse environment within manufacturing/distribution

Desirable Skills

• Fork lift License