Engineering Stores Operative

Your tasks

Overview The Engineering Stores Operative is responsible for the efficient management, control, and organisation of engineering spare parts and maintenance consumables within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The role ensures that critical parts and materials are available to support maintenance activities, minimise downtime, and maintain compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

• Receive, check, and book in deliveries of engineering parts, tools, and consumables
• Maintain accurate stock records using the company’s CMMS or stock control system
• Issue parts to engineers and track usage against work orders
• Monitor stock levels and reorder materials in line with agreed minimum/maximum levels
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotes, place orders, and track deliveries
• Ensure all parts are stored correctly and safely, following food safety and hygiene regulations
• Conduct regular stock checks and cycle counts, investigating discrepancies
• Manage and organise the stores area to ensure efficiency and accessibility
• Support engineering and maintenance teams during planned maintenance and breakdowns
• Identify opportunities to improve stock control processes and reduce waste/costs
• Ensure compliance with company policies, including health & safety and food safety standards

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience in a stores, warehouse, or inventory role (ideally within manufacturing or engineering)
• Good IT skills, including experience with stock control systems or CMMS
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively
• Good communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams

Desirable

• Experience within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Knowledge of engineering parts and maintenance consumables
• Understanding of hygiene standards such as HACCP

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills
• Reliability and accountability
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement

How to apply

To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.