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Job Description – Material Specialist
Baker Hughes | Aberdeen, UK

Role Summary
The Material Specialist plays a key role in supporting warehouse operations, ensuring the accurate movement, storage, and documentation of materials used in Baker Hughes operations. This position requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a valid forklift certification and safely operate material-handling equipment.
Read and interpret written instructions, work orders, and operational documentation.
Prepare clear, intelligible reports related to material movement, inventory, and daily activities.
Maintain thorough knowledge of plant layout, including storage locations for raw materials and finished products.
Process and manage shipping and receiving documentation accurately and efficiently, following company procedures.
Comply with all plant safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
Perform basic mathematical calculations required for inventory accuracy and material transactions.
Support overall warehouse efficiency through safe handling, organization, and timely processing of materials.


Qualifications and Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Completion of all on-the-job training requirements for Material Specialist I and Material Specialist II, per the Baker Hughes training matrix.
Minimum 2+ years of industrial warehousing experience or demonstrated equivalent competency.
Ability to maintain all required certifications.
Strong communication skills and ability to produce clear written documentation.
Working knowledge of inventory processes, material flow, and warehouse documentation.

Additional Details


Expected Role Challenges : Managing high volumes of material movement accurately in a fast-paced warehouse environmentMaintaining precise inventory records and documentationAdhering strictly to safety procedures while operating material-handling equipmentEnsuring timely processing of shipping and receiving activities
Working Conditions : Warehouse and industrial plant environmentStanding, walking, lifting, and operating material-handling equipment throughout the shiftFast-paced operational setting with defined safety and quality requirements
Are there any safety risks associated with the role? : Yes
Will the worker be working at a customer and #39;s facility? : No
Essential Requirements of the Role : Valid forklift certification and ability to safely operate material-handling equipmentAbility to read and interpret work instructions and operational documentationAccurate preparation of inventory, shipping, and receiving documentationStrong understanding of warehouse layout, material flow, and storage locationsCompliance with plant safety procedures and policiesAbility to perform basic mathematical calculationsCompletion of required Baker Hughes training for Material Specialist I and II
Desirable Attributes : Strong attention to detailSafety-focused mindsetAbility to work efficiently under pressureOrganized and methodical approach to material handling
Soft Skills : Clear verbal and written communicationTeamwork and collaborationTime management and reliabilityProblem-solving skills
Tools or Software : Forklifts and other material-handling equipmentInventory and warehouse management systemsStandard documentation and reporting tools
Education : Open
Travel Abroad : No
Industry Background or Experience : Minimum 2+ years of industrial warehousing experience or equivalent demonstrated competencyExperience with inventory control, material movement, and warehouse operations
Accreditations / Qualifications / Certification / Licenses : Valid forklift certificationAbility to maintain all required safety and operational certifications
Languages : (No Value)
Is a Flexible Work Arrangement Offered? : No
Pay Parity Checked? : Yes
Rig Certificate : No
On-Call : No
Does the Candidate require Offshore Medical and Training Certificates to be arranged by the Supplier? : No
Does the position allow for the worker to be virtual/remote? : No
Is Medical Check Required for Role? : No
Where is the role based? : Workshop Based
Rotation schedule : NA
Other Rotation : (No Value)
Driving Licence : No
Driving on behalf of Company : No
Is MVR required : No
Special Equipment Required : No
IR35 Designation : Inside IR35