Kitting Operative

Key responsibilities and duties:

• To record each component as it is supplied from Cycle 2 (internal repair/supply chain) in order to achieve the build start date per Order Task and communicate shortages to buyers in good time;
• Check parts for condition, accuracy to release certification and quantity validation.
• Collect and allocate completed internal cycle 2 WIP from inspection and move to the kitting areas.
• Repair split stillages post cycle 1 complete inspection by moving repairable assets from the stillages to relevant internal repair locations.
• Identify any discrepancies found on receipt of parts and raise NCIR’s accordingly;
• To carry out parts transfers as necessitated by late deliveries from Cycle 2 (internal repair);
• Communicate with product team leaders regarding kitting progress, discrepancies found, and adherence to the production schedule;
• Ensure the bonded kitting area is secured, and only accessed by approved personnel;
• Ensure parts are not removed from the bonded kitting area without record being made;
• Ensure parts are stored in a manner suitable for an EASA pt145 Aerospace MRO business, in line with Company standard practices;
• Cross skill in other logistics duties as required to ensure inventory points throughout supply chain are kept in control.
• Adherence to our Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety Management Systems (SMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and all associated Business Manuals.
• Support/Own investigations related to stock management.
• Team Worker that has the ability to fully interact with other team members;
• Excellent communication skills required both written and verbal.
• Self starter with positive attitude.
• Ability to provide advice as a subject matter expert / technical experience on T56, TFE731 and or PW300 series engines.
• Lean or Continuous Improvement experience.

Competencies:

Core: 

Essential

• Team Worker that has the ability to fully interact with other team members;
• Excellent communication skills required both written and verbal.
• Self starter with positive attitude.

Desirable

• Ability to provide advice as a subject matter expert / technical experience on T56, TFE731 and or PW300 series engines.
• Lean or Continuous Improvement experience.

Functional: 

Essential

• Familiarity with aerospace quality procedures and documentation including process documentation;

• Practical experience of material control and handling within the aerospace industry;

• Proficient in the use of computers, ERP systems and familiarity with Microsoft Office ;

• Experience in a stores/ warehouse environment.

• Ability to use Navixa ERP system;

Desirable

Organisational Relationships:

• Responsible individual who can interact with operations managers, operations team leaders, and technical staff directly.
• Role sits within Supply Chain team - Engines
• GCSE English, with good verbal and written English proficiency;
• Human Factors (provided for new starters)
• Suitable industry qualification.

Professional Qualifications/Education and Training:

Essential  

• GCSE English, with good verbal and written English proficiency;
• Human Factors (provided for new starters)

Desirable

• Suitable industry qualification.

  
  

Experience:

Previous experience within an aerospace MRO environment, preferably from an inspection, materials, or stores background

This is not an exhaustive list and from time-to-time additional responsibilities may be provided directly from your Line Manager to meet the needs of the business.