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