Material Coordinator - Metallic Machining
Brackley, UK
At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.
Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.
Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich, and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year. Record books remember the names of a few, but history is written by the many.
About the Role:
A vacancy has arisen for a Material Coordinator to support both the Full Size and Aero Machine Shop within the Metallic Machining department.
Reporting to the Production Support Team Leader, you will be responsible for the efficient management and control of raw materials required for machining activities. This includes ordering, stock control, issuing materials to machining areas, managing waste swarf, and liaising and maintaining effective communication with suppliers, and waste contractors.
Key Accountabilities (Duties):
- Ordering, receipting and maintaining raw material stock levels in line with machining and production requirements.
- Ensuring accurate stock control and traceability within the SAP ERP system, including goods receipt, stock movement and issue to production orders.
- Issuing materials for machining activities in order of priority and deadline.
- Managing safe collection, segregation and disposal of swarf in line with environmental and safety regulations.
- Operating forklifts and other handling equipment to move and store materials safely.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, waste collectors and internal stakeholders.
- Keeping the raw material areas organised and compliant with all Health, Safety & Environmental standards.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to improve stock control and material issue.
Candidate Profile:
- Experience in a manufacturing, machining or materials coordination environment.
- Understanding of metallic materials such as aluminium, titanium and steel.
- Computer literate and working knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP).
- Valid forklift licence and experience handling heavy payloads.
- Experience managing swarf recycling or waste processes.
- Ability to interpret basic engineering drawings.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Proactive and efficient in supporting the fast paced and high precision demands of Formula 1 manufacturing.
- Process driven, with a strong focus on quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.
- Able to meet deadlines effectively under pressure and adapt to shifting priorities.
- Hands-on and safety-conscious.
Benefits
Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available.
We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programmes.
Why Us
We believe that building a more inclusive and diverse culture helps us go faster and further.
From recruitment and building our future talent pipeline to internal communications and leadership training, we’re building a team where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.
Our aim is to attract, develop and retain exceptional people from all backgrounds, creating a workplace where all team members feel respected, supported and able to fulfil their potential.
Your Application
We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please upload your cover letter and CV as one single PDF file.
Ref : REQ-250497
