Progress Chaser

Job Description:

Wiltech Acoustics — now proudly part of Rehlko (formerly Kohler Energy) — is entering an exciting phase of growth and investment. Now integrated into Rehlko’s global energy-resilience group, Wiltech continues to build on its reputation as a leading UK specialist in acoustic canopies, generator enclosures, and industrial noise-control engineering.

Based in Loughborough, our manufacturing facility handles everything in-house, from raw material processing to welding, fabrication, painting, and full assembly of bespoke acoustic units. Joining Wiltech now means becoming part of a strengthened, well-funded and expanding organisation, with new opportunities created through the Rehlko transition.

Progress Chaser

We currently have a vacancy for a proactive and organised Progress Chaser to join our team.

Role:

Support the efficient flow of materials, components, and assemblies throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring production teams receive the right parts at the right time.

Work closely with Fabrication, Paint, Stores, Planning, and Fit Out departments to monitor progress, resolve shortages, and help maintain production schedules.

Maintain quality, accuracy, and communication across all areas of the manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

Work to Wilmott Group procedures and systems, adhering to ISO9001, ISO45001, and ISO14001 standards.

Key Duties

• Monitor the progress of materials, components, and assemblies through all stages of manufacture.
• Ensure materials are delivered to the correct Fit Out bay in line with production schedules.
• Collect and transfer materials between Fabrication, Paint, Stores, and Fit Out departments.
• Proactively identify, locate, and resolve missing components and material shortages.
• Liaise with production teams to ensure parts are completed and available when required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and bills of materials to verify component requirements.
• Check materials and assemblies against engineering drawings to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Verify that the correct parts are supplied to the correct build before release to Fit Out.
• Escalate shortages, delays, or discrepancies that may impact production schedules.
• Maintain traceability and accurate identification of components throughout the manufacturing process.
• Support production targets by reducing delays caused by missing or misplaced materials.
• Provide accurate updates on material availability, shortages, and expected completion dates.
• Attend production meetings and communicate progress on outstanding material issues.
• Maintain records of shortages, missing items, and progress-chasing activities.
• Help identify bottlenecks and opportunities to improve material flow within the manufacturing process.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with health and safety requirements.

Requirements:

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering, production, stores, logistics, or material control environment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and bills of materials.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across departments.
• Proactive problem-solving and investigative approach.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and material flow.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good IT skills and experience maintaining records and tracking information.
• Flexible and hands-on approach to supporting production activities.

What We Offer:

• 25 Days of Annual Leave in addition to bank holidays
• Private healthcare coverage
• Career progression opportunities
• Death in Service benefit
• Comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Retention Bonus

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities or requirements.