Operations - Material Systems Controller

Operations - Material Systems ControllerMamhilad, Pontypool NP4 0JJ, UK Req #15614 July 2025Location: Ultrapharm, PontypoolShift: 2x Days: 4 on 4 off, 12 hours per day, 7am – 7pm.Salary: Days: £14.50 per hourNights: £16.00 per hourAbout the roleWe have an exciting opportunity for 3 Materials & Stock Controllers to join our operational support team at our Ultrapharm site as part of the Finsbury Food Group. The Materials & Stock Controller roles support the day-to-day management of stock control processes and systems within a busy manufacturing environment. You’ll be responsible for ensuring accurate MRP data, investigating stock discrepancies, and keeping our systems and processes in check to support 24/7 production. This role is key to maintaining data integrity, supporting operational teams, and driving stock accuracy across the site.About the siteUltrapharm is a dedicated Gluten Free Bakery specialising in only Gluten Free Product since 1993. The Company’s unique approach to craft and baking creates premium gluten – free products with the flavour and taste of traditional bread. If you have special dietary need or nutritional preferences, then our Pontypool bakery has you covered. Our Products range from artisanal bread to our award winning Hot cross buns and Mince pies for Major Retailers such as M&S and Waitrose.To be successful, you will be...Experienced in stock counting and stock control processes (essential)Proficient in Excel, with the ability to export and manipulate dataNumerate, detail-focused, and comfortable working with large data setsA clear communicator who can work cross-functionally and manage system queriesProactive, organised, and supportive of continuous improvement initiativesFlexible and willing to provide cover across roles as required to support the teamThis is what you’ll actually doAccurately close Manufacturing Orders (MOs) and investigate material variancesAct as the first point of contact for M3 or system-related queries on shiftSupport stock integrity through regular cycle counts and spot checksProactively identify and resolve system or data issues, escalating where neededAssist colleagues in correct use of M3, ensuring materials are accurately booked and issuedSupport labour, downtime, and waste reporting through Start/Stop and ensure M3 is updated correctlyMaintain working knowledge of the Stevens Scale system interface with M3Help create and maintain SOPs, support training, and promote system complianceReport stock and system issues at Tier 1 (SIC) meetings and contribute to site materials meetingsFollow “clean as you go” practices and adhere to site safety and quality standardsProvide absence, sickness, and holiday (ASH) cover one level up and one level down to maintain operationsIdeally, this is youPrevious stock counting and variance investigation experience (essential)Experience with M3 or a similar MRP/ERP system (desirable)Understanding of material flow and stock control in a manufacturing environmentDetail-driven, numerate, and confident working with systemsA collaborative team player with a clear and proactive communication styleCommitted to accuracy, continuous improvement, and problem solvingWhat's in it for you?Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to allow quality time with your new arrivalEnhanced Pension Scheme for our employeesFree Employee Assistance Programme (open to colleagues and their families)Retail discounts accessible via our Benefits Hub platformEmployee Recognition Awards· Extensive Learning & Development opportunities (including opportunities for sponsored professional memberships and our own in-house development course)An opportunity to be part of a fantastic, growing organisation. Head over to our LinkedIn page to find out more #J-18808-Ljbffr