Aviation Stores Operative

A great opportunity for anyone wishing to work in an aviation environment.

Your Role

This role will ensure that products are processed and handled correctly throughout the hangar stores environment utilising MHE, manual handling and the appropriate computer systems to achieve and fulfil customer requirements efficiently, accurately, safely and in line with all regulatory requirements.

Your Responsibilities

• Complete the daily MHE safety checks (where applicable)
• Carry out assigned tasks including: picking, checking, loading & unloading of vehicles, hygiene, housekeeping, MHE duties and the processing of returns
• Packing and shipping as appropriate (according to training and task specific addendum) or working towards competence in this area
• Goods receiving inspection as appropriate (according to training and task specific addendum) or working towards competence in this area
• Carry out assigned administrative tasks including but not limited to: allocation of orders and the booking in and out of stock
• Operate Warehouse Management Systems (Corridor) in accordance with task based work instructions and SOP’s and carry out other assigned computer based tasks as required
• Actively contribute towards continuous improvement projects and ideas
• Operate to trained work instructions e.g. ABC Modules/ WI and SSow
• Adhere to company standards as detailed in the Code of Conduct Policy

Your Skills and Experiences

• Experience of working in Aviation Parts environment desirable (either maintenance, MRO, or accredited parts supplier)
• Transferable experience of working in high quality or compliance environment
• Experience of working in time critical environments
• Understanding of warehouse practices e.g. picking, packing & loading
• Working knowledge of computerised inventory procedures to include experience in material services, inventory control.
• PC literate
• Good understanding of KPIs
• Customer service experience
• Corridor experience preferred, or other general ERP experience
• Full Driving licence is essential & Forklift licence desired (training will be provided)
• Medical fitness to hold Airside Drivers Permit, driving company vehicles and operating lifting equipment (MHE)
• Suitably fit for manual lifting

Good Reasons to Join

As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment. You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop.

• 26 days holidays plus bank holidays
• 2 volunteering days per year
• 3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme
• A tailored personal development and training programme.
• Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best.
• We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more)
• Refer a friend scheme

As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.