Job Title:  Stores Person, Fixed Term Contract

Job title:  Stores Person – 6 month fixed term contract 
Location:  Ashford, Kent
Company:  QinetiQ Target Systems
Salary:  Competitive
Hours:  37 hour per week

About the role

We are currently recruiting for a temporary Stores Person to join QinetiQ Target Systems (QTS) on a 6-month fixed term contract within our Stores Team.  

QTS is a wholly owned subsidiary of QinetiQ Group PLC, specialising in the design and manufacture of a range of state-of-the-art Unmanned Aerial and Surface Target systems, including the world-leading Banshee target. QTS targets are used to enable realistic weapons test and evaluation and operator training in over 40 countries worldwide, with QTS providing a complete managed service in over 15 of these countries. 

What will I be doing?
    
As a Stores Person, you’ll play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly. Reporting to the Stores Lead, you’ll support goods inwards, kitting, stock control, and dispatch activities — ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high operational standards at all times.

Duties will include: 

•    Receiving and accurately processing incoming goods within the ERP system
•    Kitting components and assemblies in line with production requirements
•    Packing goods securely and ensuring correct documentation is included
•    Supporting stock control activities, including stock checks and inventory accuracy
•    Operating a forklift truck (where required)
•    Maintaining accurate system records and data integrity
•    Contributing to Continuous Improvement initiatives
•    Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, health, and safety.

What do I need?

You’ll have experience working in a stores or warehouse environment, ideally within manufacturing. You’ll be organised, reliable, and take pride in working accurately and safely, with good written and verbal communication skills and a strong team focus.

You’ll also have:

•    GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English
•    Knowledge of health & safety practices, including manual handling and hazardous goods
•    Confidence using computer systems, including Microsoft Word and Excel
•    Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
•    A team-focused, proactive approach
•    Experience operating a forklift truck (a valid Forklift Truck licence is desirable)

It would be an advantage if you have: 

•    Experience using an ERP or stock management system (including barcoding)
•    Experience using a vertical storage system
•    Experience of working within a Continuous Improvement environment