Materials Handler

**Materials Handler - Stores**

Tods are looking to recruit for a Materials Handler to commence as soon as possible. We offer a 4-day working week, Monday to Thursday and are based in the picturesque location of Portland, Dorset.

**Position Summary**:
To provide a Materials Preparation and Handling Role for the Company Production Areas. This role will allow production staff to concentrate on their activities without needing to attend stores to withdraw materials. The secondary role will be to assist in the operation of stores and ensure that the integrity of stock and material bookings are maintained.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- To withdraw chemical, materials and consumable goods from the stores and provide these directly to the production personnel.
- To be knowledgeable in materials handling techniques and be able to handle different materials including composites, chemicals, and production consumables.
- This role is fundamental to the efficiency of the production areas and will require someone who is both organised and thorough to ensure that our production team can operate efficiently.
- Assist the stores personnel with goods inwards, handling or dispatch, as required.
- Assist in checking and booking in of goods received against relevant purchase order(s) in accordance with Goods Inwards procedure and prepare for inspection against Quality Certification / Documentation / Processes.
- Assist in updating / maintaining the Goods Dispatch Register, including movements to customers and Sub-Contract organisations and notifications thereof.
- Assist in carrying out regular stock auditing and maintenance of accurate stores records.
- Assist in re-organising areas / racking / material locations to make best use of available space.
- Draw together kits of parts and dispense Consumable, Bought In Components & Materials.
- Fill in and Record stock movements using company database system.
- Inform procurement personnel if goods paperwork or certification has not been received.
- Load and unload goods by safe use of Forklift Truck & Overhead Crane.
- Maintain and identify consumable items that require replenishment.
- Ensure stock rotation is utilised to ensure that goods are used within their nominated shelf-life.
- Maintain a clean, tidy & organised work environment in line with Health and Safety requirements.
- Complete and keep up to date relevant documentation concerning stock records, resin and glass cloth records and storage media (freezers / racks).
- Follow safe systems of work in all work areas, being particularly vigilant in the material freezers.
- Support Security Team in managing classified parts and undertaking security administration tasks as assigned.

**Knowledge and Skills Required**:

- Proven practical skills with a high level of manual dexterity & literacy.
- Forklift Licences.
- Computer literate with Microsoft Office and Database Stock Control packages.
- Good concentration levels and attention to detail.
- The ability to follow written and verbal instructions and accurately keep records.
- A safety-conscious approach to work.
- Must be reliable, can work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Continuous Improvement and zero-defect mindset.
- A good team player with a motivated and flexible attitude to workload.
- Ability to obtain security clearance for military projects.

Tods has been in existence for more than 60 years, and is a preferred choice for the Royal Navy for the production of sonar domes, acoustic windows, acoustic coatings and other complex structures for surface warships and submarines.

The company has also built an impeccable reputation for quality and delivery to over 25 navies worldwide, from Europe to USA and Asia.

Products and services include the design and manufacture of sonar domes, submarine acoustic windows, acoustic cladding, damping treatments, radomes and other multifunctional structural composite enclosures that enhance the performance of vital sonar, radar and communications equipment.

Tods is a growing business, based on Portland and it is great time to join our workforce. The role is full time, offering 38 hours per week with the opportunity to work overtime once trained. In return we offer 25 days holiday + bank holidays and a company pension scheme.

We offer a 4-day week, Monday to Thursday from 7am - 5pm.

Portland is based on Dorset’s beautiful Jurassic coast and is home to a huge variety of water-sports facilities and excellent sailing for all abilities.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: Up to £26,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Application question(s):

- Have you been based in the UK for 5+ years and able to obtain security clearance?

Work Location: In person