Mark Smith

Experienced Stores, Logistics and Materials Controller with over 15 years’ experience supporting aerospace, rail, automotive, manufacturing and logistics environments. Known for reliability, strong work ethic and a practical, hands-on approach. Skilled in stock control, inventory management, goods-in/goods-out, kitting, materials distribution, FLT operation, SAP transactions, shipping documentation and production support.

Quick to learn new systems and processes and confident working within strict HSE and Safe Systems of Work requirements. Career includes supporting Rolls-Royce (Daher Aerospace), Alstom, Bombardier, Toyota, Reckitt and DHL, where I was promoted to Team Leader within 12 months.

Materials Handler / Stores Operative / FLT Driver - Agency Work

(2026-02)

• Providing reliable support across multiple engineering, manufacturing and logistics sites, adapting quickly to different processes, systems and working environments.
• Handling goods-in/goods-out operations including receiving deliveries, checking documentation, verifying quantities and ensuring materials are stored correctly.
• Operating Counterbalance FLT and site equipment to safely load, unload and move materials, components, tooling and consumables.
• Completing stock checks, inventory updates and reconciliation tasks to maintain accurate records and prevent shortages.
• Issuing materials, tools and consumables to production, engineering and maintenance teams in line with daily operational requirements.
• Supporting kitting activities by preparing and organising components for production builds.
• Updating SAP or warehouse management systems when required, including stock movements, booking in deliveries and recording issues.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, safety and SSOW compliance, ensuring work areas remain organised and hazard-free.
• Communicating effectively with supervisors, production teams and delivery drivers to keep materials flowing smoothly across busy sites.
• Trusted to work independently, manage priorities and support teams during peak periods or staff shortages.

Warehouse Operative - Reckitt

(2024 - 2026)

• Managed high-volume goods-in and goods-out operations, unloading deliveries, checking documentation, and ensuring all materials were booked accurately into SAP.
• Operated Counterbalance, B2 and Side Loader forklifts to move raw materials, chemicals, packaging and finished goods safely across a fast-paced FMCG site.
• Supported multiple production lines, supplying materials in correct sequence and quantity to prevent stoppages and maintain continuous flow.
• Completed precise kitting and line-feeding for batch production, ensuring each workstation received the correct components for scheduled builds.
• Worked closely with production supervisors to adjust material supply based on real-time output, reacting quickly to changes in demand or line speed.
• Assisted with changeovers, preparing materials for new product runs, clearing previous stock, and ensuring the line was ready for the next batch.
• Carried out quality checks on incoming materials, reporting damaged or incorrect items to maintain production standards.
• Used SAP for stock movements, booking, inventory accuracy, and tracking materials through different production zones.
• Completed cycle counts, stock checks and discrepancy investigations, helping maintain strong inventory control and reducing downtime caused by missing materials.
• Followed strict health & safety, hygiene and GMP requirements, essential in a regulated FMCG environment.
• Worked effectively within a 3-shift rotation, consistently meeting daily targets and supporting team performance across all production periods.
• Communicated with production, quality and logistics teams to resolve issues quickly and keep workflow smooth.

Production Line / Materials Controller / Stores - Daher Aerospace (Rolls-Royce Derby) - Derby

(2022 - 2024)

• Supported Rolls-Royce engine production lines by supplying critical aerospace parts, calibrated tooling and consumables with absolute accuracy and zero-error tolerance.
• Managed high-value, high-specification components, ensuring full traceability from goods-in through to issue, following strict aerospace documentation, certification and audit requirements.
• Issued parts directly to engine build technicians, ensuring correct batch numbers, serial numbers, service tags and paperwork were provided for every component.
• Controlled and maintained engine assembly tooling, including torque tools, calibrated wrenches, lifting fixtures, precision gauges and specialist aerospace jigs.
• Used and supported technicians with power tools, air tools and hand tools, including pneumatic torque guns, air ratchets, impact drivers, electric torque tools, calibrated spanners, micrometers and precision measuring equipment.
• Assisted production teams with overhauling and inspecting pumps and other engine sub-assemblies, checking condition, cleanliness, seals, fittings and ensuring all items met Rolls-Royce quality and service-standard requirements before release.
• Ensured all tooling met Rolls-Royce calibration, safety and service standards, removing out-of-date or damaged tools from circulation and arranging replacements or recalibration.
• Used SAP to complete stock movements, track serialised parts, book transactions and maintain real-time inventory accuracy across secure aerospace stores.
• Prepared and kitted engine build packs, ensuring every part, fastener, seal, gasket and tool required for each assembly stage was delivered in correct sequence.
• Worked closely with production engineers and build supervisors to adjust material supply based on engine build progress, reacting quickly to changes in demand or build schedule.
• Conducted rigorous stock checks, cycle counts and discrepancy investigations, maintaining compliance with aerospace audit and traceability standards.
• Managed quarantine and non-conformance materials, raising NCRs and coordinating with quality teams to resolve issues without delaying engine build.
• Followed strict EHS, aerospace quality, FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention and clean-room standards, maintaining a controlled and safe working environment.
• Supported continuous improvement, identifying workflow bottlenecks, improving tool layout, and reducing time spent locating critical components and calibrated equipment.
• Operated forklifts safely within a high-security aerospace facility, moving sensitive materials with care and precision.

Production Line Fitter (Roof Section) - Alstom - Derby

(2022-09 - 2024-04)

• Completed full roof-section assembly on new rail carriages, working from engineering drawings, build instructions and technical specifications.
• Checked and verified all new parts prior to installation, ensuring correct batch numbers, condition, certification and compatibility with the build stage.
• Installed a wide range of roof-mounted components including:
• Roof panels and structural brackets
• HVAC ducting and assemblies
• Cable trays and electrical housings
• WiFi units and communication equipment
• Door headers and associated fittings
• Seals, insulation, fixings and protective covers
• Used a full range of air tools, power tools and hand tools, including pneumatic drills, air ratchets, impact drivers, torque tools, calibrated spanners, rivet guns, sealant applicators and precision measuring equipment.
• Ensured all tooling was calibrated, safe and suitable for each task, reporting defects and removing out-of-service tools from the line.
• Carried out alignment, torqueing and securing of roof assemblies, ensuring correct fit, structural integrity and compliance with rail engineering standards.
• Performed in-process quality checks throughout the build, inspecting seals, fasteners, panel fit, cable routing, WiFi housings, door header alignment and structural fixings before progressing to the next stage.
• Completed final roof-section inspection prior to sign-off, checking for correct installation, finish quality, alignment, cleanliness and compliance with Alstom quality standards.
• Raised and resolved snags on the roof section, correcting issues such as misaligned panels, loose fixings, sealant defects, missing components, electrical housing issues or cosmetic imperfections.
• Progressed to wider carriage snagging, inspecting fully built rail vehicles for mechanical, structural, cosmetic and functional issues, ensuring they met final acceptance criteria.
• Worked closely with engineers, quality inspectors and production supervisors to resolve build issues quickly and maintain production flow.
• Maintained strict EHS, rail safety and FOD prevention standards, keeping the roof-section work area clean, organised and compliant.
• Contributed to continuous improvement, identifying build issues, improving tool layout, and helping streamline roof-section assembly processes.
• Pantograph assemblies, including mounting frames, insulators, brackets, electrical connections and protective connections .

Warehouse & Production Line Supplier / FLT Driver / Team Leader - DHL (Alstom Derby) - Derby

(2020 - 2022)

• Supported three Alstom rail production lines, coordinating material supply, staff allocation and workflow to ensure each line received the correct components at the right time.
• Led a small team of warehouse and line-feeding operatives, organising daily tasks, monitoring performance and ensuring production supply targets were consistently met.
• Acted as Team Trainer, teaching new and existing staff the correct procedures for:
• Safe and accurate line-feeding
• Proper material sequencing for each build stage
• Effective communication with production line team leaders
• Reporting shortages, delays or issues clearly and professionally
• Operated Counterbalance, B2 and Side Loader forklifts to move pallets, large assemblies and sensitive materials safely across a busy rail manufacturing site.
• Completed precise picking, kitting and line-feeding, ensuring each workstation received the correct parts in the correct sequence for scheduled build stages.
• Used SAP and warehouse systems to book stock movements, complete inventory transactions, track materials and maintain real-time stock accuracy.
• Managed goods-in and goods-out operations, checking deliveries, verifying documentation, and ensuring all materials were stored correctly and safely.
• Ensured all materials were checked, labelled, and prepared before release to the production line, preventing delays and build stoppages.
• Worked closely with production supervisors to adjust material supply based on build progress, reacting quickly to changes in demand or line speed.
• Completed cycle counts, stock checks and discrepancy investigations, helping maintain strong inventory control and reducing downtime caused by missing materials.
• Followed strict EHS, rail safety and FOD prevention standards, maintaining a clean, organised and compliant warehouse and production supply area.
• Communicated with engineers, quality teams and production managers to resolve supply issues quickly and maintain smooth workflow.
• Contributed to continuous improvement, identifying layout issues, improving material flow, and helping streamline line-feeding processes.

Warehouse & Production Line Supplier / FLT Driver / Team Leader - DHL (Alstom Derby) - Derby

(2020 - 2022)

• Supported three Alstom rail production lines, coordinating material supply, staff allocation and workflow to ensure each line received the correct components at the right time.
• Led a small team of warehouse and line-feeding operatives, organising daily tasks, monitoring performance and ensuring production supply targets were consistently met.
• Acted as Team Trainer, teaching new and existing staff the correct procedures for:
• Safe and accurate line-feeding
• Proper material sequencing for each build stage
• Effective communication with production line team leaders
• Reporting shortages, delays or issues clearly and professionally
• Operated Counterbalance, B2 and Side Loader forklifts to move pallets, large assemblies and sensitive materials safely across a busy rail manufacturing site.
• Completed precise picking, kitting and line-feeding, ensuring each workstation received the correct parts in the correct sequence for scheduled build stages.
• Used SAP and warehouse systems to book stock movements, complete inventory transactions, track materials and maintain real-time stock accuracy.
• Managed goods-in and goods-out operations, checking deliveries, verifying documentation, and ensuring all materials were stored correctly and safely.
• Ensured all materials were checked, labelled, and prepared before release to the production line, preventing delays and build stoppages.
• Worked closely with production supervisors to adjust material supply based on build progress, reacting quickly to changes in demand or line speed.
• Completed cycle counts, stock checks and discrepancy investigations, helping maintain strong inventory control and reducing downtime caused by missing materials.
• Followed strict EHS, rail safety and FOD prevention standards, maintaining a clean, organised and compliant warehouse and production supply area.
• Communicated with engineers, quality teams and production managers to resolve supply issues quickly and maintain smooth workflow.
• Contributed to continuous improvement, identifying layout issues, improving material flow, and helping streamline line-feeding processes.

Stores & Materials Handling / Production Line Supplier / FLT Driver - Bombardier Transportation

(2016 - 2018)

• Supported rail vehicle production lines by supplying critical components, assemblies and materials in correct sequence to maintain continuous build flow.
• Operated Counterbalance, B2 and Side Loader forklifts to move pallets, large rail components, structural parts and sensitive materials safely across a busy manufacturing site.
• Completed daily picking, kitting and line-feeding, ensuring each workstation received the correct parts for scheduled build stages with zero-error tolerance.
• Managed goods-in and goods-out operations, unloading deliveries, checking documentation, verifying part numbers and ensuring all materials were stored correctly.
• Checked all incoming components for quality, damage, correct labelling and batch accuracy before releasing them to production.
• Used warehouse systems to complete stock movements, scanning, booking and inventory updates, maintaining real-time accuracy across multiple stores locations.
• Conducted cycle counts, stock checks and discrepancy investigations, helping maintain strong inventory control and preventing shortages on the line.
• Worked closely with production supervisors to adjust material supply based on build progress, reacting quickly to changes in demand or line speed.
• Ensured all materials were prepared, labelled and staged correctly before delivery to the production line, preventing delays and build stoppages.
• Followed strict rail safety, manual handling and FOD prevention standards, keeping stores and line-feeding areas clean, organised and compliant.
• Communicated clearly with production, quality and logistics teams to resolve supply issues quickly and maintain smooth workflow.
• Contributed to continuous improvement, identifying better ways to organise stock, reduce movement time and improve line-feeding efficiency.

Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver - JCB Power Systems

(2014 - 2016)

• Supported engine production lines by supplying components, materials and assemblies in correct sequence to maintain continuous build flow.
• Operated Counterbalance and B2 forklifts to move pallets, engine parts, heavy components and sensitive materials safely across a busy manufacturing site.
• Completed daily picking, kitting and line-feeding, ensuring each workstation received the correct parts for scheduled build stages with zero-error tolerance.
• Managed goods-in and goods-out operations, unloading deliveries, checking documentation, verifying part numbers and ensuring materials were stored correctly.
• Checked all incoming components for quality, damage, correct labelling and batch accuracy before releasing them to production.
• Used warehouse systems to complete stock movements, scanning, booking and inventory updates, maintaining real-time accuracy across multiple storage zones.
• Conducted cycle counts, stock checks and discrepancy investigations, helping maintain strong inventory control and preventing shortages on the line.
• Worked closely with production supervisors to adjust material supply based on build progress, reacting quickly to changes in demand or line speed.
• Ensured all materials were prepared, labelled and staged correctly before delivery to the production line, preventing delays and build stoppages.
• Followed strict health & safety, manual handling and FOD prevention standards, keeping the warehouse and line-feeding areas clean, organised and compliant.
• Communicated clearly with production, quality and logistics teams to resolve supply issues quickly and maintain smooth workflow.
• Contributed to continuous improvement, identifying better ways to organise stock, reduce movement time and improve line-feeding efficiency.

Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver - Bonar Teich Flexibles Ltd

(2008 - 2014)

• Performed daily warehouse operations including goods-in, goods-out, stock control and safe movement of materials across a busy manufacturing environment.
• Operated Counterbalance and B2 forklifts to unload deliveries, move pallets, transport raw materials and support production supply.
• Completed picking, kitting and material preparation for manufacturing teams, ensuring correct components were delivered to the right areas on time.
• Checked incoming materials for quality, damage, correct labelling and batch accuracy before storing or releasing them to production.
• Used warehouse systems to complete stock movements, scanning, booking and inventory updates, maintaining strong stock accuracy across multiple storage zones.
• Conducted cycle counts, stock checks and discrepancy investigations, helping maintain reliable inventory levels and preventing shortages.
• Supported production teams by ensuring materials were prepared, labelled and staged correctly to maintain smooth workflow.
• Followed strict health & safety, manual handling and site safety procedures, keeping the warehouse clean, organised and compliant.
• Communicated effectively with production, quality and logistics teams to resolve supply issues quickly and maintain efficient operations.

GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Woodwork, Metalwork, Cooking (Grades C–D) - Leesbrook School, Derby (1974 - 1979)

NVQ Level 3 - Engineering Maintenance (Mechanical)