Material Controller MRO

Job Title: Material Controller - MRO

Location: Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, TW16 7EF

Working pattern: Site-based

TPA Recruit is supporting an established aerospace and defence manufacturer in the search for a Material Controller - MRO to join its Operations team in Sunbury-on-Thames.

The Material Controller - MRO will report to the Logistics Manager and support the accurate receipt, control, kitting, movement and dispatch of components and materials. This is a hands-on role requiring strong organisation, careful documentation and a clear understanding of traceability within a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Receive components, repair units and materials from customers and suppliers.
• Check goods-in documentation, inspect deliveries and complete acceptance and stock transactions.
• Pick, kit and issue components against Works Orders to support repair turnaround schedules.
• Book incoming units into the system and complete material receipts and put-away activity.
• Maintain full material and component traceability throughout Operations.
• Process dispatch transactions, daily picks, Works Orders and subcontract movements accurately.
• Monitor shelf-life-controlled items and ensure stock remains correctly identified and stored.
• Identify shortages, support kit-shortage reduction and contribute to inventory reduction activity.
• Ensure internal and external paperwork complies with the Business Management System and current quality standards.
• Provide practical support across Stores, Goods In and Dispatch when workload or staffing requires it.

• Previous experience in a Material Controller, Stores Controller, Goods-In, Dispatch or similar manufacturing logistics role.
• Practical experience of receiving, picking, kitting, issuing and dispatching components or materials.
• Good understanding of stock accuracy, materials handling and controlled documentation.
• Ability to maintain traceability in an aerospace, defence or similarly regulated environment.
• Strong time management, workload prioritisation and attention to detail.
• Confident working both independently and as part of an Operations team.
• Experience using an MRP or ERP system is desirable.
• A flexible, hands-on approach and willingness to support other operational areas when required.

The successful Material Controller - MRO will be joining a technically focused manufacturing operation where accurate material control directly supports repair performance, product quality and customer delivery.