Stores Operative

Human Resources Coordinator at Hewland Engineering

Due to Hewland’s continued expansion and strong product portfolio across both motorsport and future automotive, we are looking to recruit a logistics operative to support goods in/stores.

Hewland Engineering is relied upon by many of the world’s top motorsport teams, performance car constructors, and hybrid and electric transportation innovators to extract the performance and reliability they require to get their high-performance transmission challenges done. Whatever the nature of your next motorsport or vehicle engineering project might be, Hewland can help with off-the-shelf and bespoke solutions along with design consulting and manufacturing expertise. At Hewland we believe that good customer service is every bit as important as a strong product.

Duties and responsibilities include:

Inventory Management & Stock Control

• Receiving, inspecting, and storing raw materials, machined components, and precision-engineered parts.
• Conducting regular stock checks and cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory levels.
• Updating inventory management systems (ERP/MRP) with real-time stock movements.
• Operating saws based on cover period.

Goods In & Dispatch Operations

• Checking incoming shipments against purchase orders, ensuring compliance with quality and specification standards.
• Handling raw materials such as high-grade alloys, steels, and composite materials used in precision engineering.
• Packing and dispatching.
• Coordinating with couriers and freight partners to ensure on-time deliveries.

Compliance, Quality & Documentation

• Adhering to AS9100 (Aerospace) and ISO 9001 (Quality Management) standards in inventory handling.
• Ensuring full traceability of materials by maintaining accurate documentation, including batch numbers, heat treatment certificates, and supplier CoCs (Certificates of Conformance) where applicable.
• Reporting any non-conforming materials or damaged goods to quality control teams for further inspection.

Safety & Handling of Specialist Equipment

• Operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and lifting equipment.
• Following hazardous materials handling procedures for oils, lubricants, and coatings used in gearbox manufacturing.
• Ensuring all storage areas are clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Working closely with procurement, production, and quality teams to optimize stock flow and reduce lead times.
• Identifying process improvements to enhance material efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ad Hoc tasks as deemed necessary by the business.

The ideal candidate must have/skills required:

• Must have a full driving license.
• Self-starter, motivated.
• Good time management.
• Team player.
• Basic IT skills, use of email, teams, MRP/ERP systems, data entry, reporting.
• Understanding of materials, equipment, and services in engineering-related business.
• Experience in stores, logistics, and warehousing in Automotive, aerospace, defence, or motorsport.
• Understanding of EN9100 and ISO9001 quality management standards in inventory handling.
• Forklift truck license (FLT) or overhead crane operation certification (preferred but not essential).

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing