Stores/Facilities Technician

My client is located in Howden and they are a leading manufacturing business who supply products across the UK. This company has recently gone through a large expansion programme and now have the need to recruit a Stores / Facilities Manager.

The Role :

To manage and maintain stock levels of all woodworking machinery spares and to support the Maintenance team with general repairs and site maintenance.

Main Responsibilities:

·Primary responsibility for setting up an internal stores management system, identifying and cataloguing all spares, managing the booking in/out of parts and ordering stock.

·Review and manage usages of spare parts, ensuring stock always meets minimum levels.

·Plan orders with supplier lead times in mind to ensure timely delivery of parts.

·Liaising with suppliers and contractors to place orders and schedule works.

·Carry out ad hoc deliveries and collections to and from suppliers as requested by management.

·Key liaison between maintenance and facilities teams, acting as first responder to issues and escalating to management, as required.

·Support maintenance department with any reasonable requests.

·Assist maintenance team with planned preventative maintenance.

·Prioritising of urgent requests.

·Carry out routine internal and statutory inspections.

·Project a positive image of Wren and the department always.

·Adhere to stated policies and procedures regarding health and safety in the workplace.

·Adhere to procedures regarding the proper use and care of equipment and materials associated with the role.

·Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge to effectively perform the role.

Skills & Knowledge:

·Good working knowledge of MS Office, including Excel

·Willingness to learn

·Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·Extensive knowledge of wood working machinery parts

·Proven experience in a manufacturing environment

·Initiative and strong decision-making abilities

An ideal candidate will have worked in a fast passed FMCG environment ideally a wood-based industry however consideration will be given to candidates who can demonstrate the skills and knowledge for this exciting new position.