Job Description

Date:

Jun 25, 2025

Location:

Dumfries, DGY, GB, DG1 1TS

Company:

Gates Corporation


Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.



Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.



Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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We are seeking an ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individual to join our team. This full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship is based at our Dumfries office, where you will serve as the Production Administrative Assistant Modern Apprentice. You will play a key part in monitoring material stocks and maintaining material transactions for Manufacturing Facilities. You will also be responsible for the ordering and stock control of PPE. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in material control and administration while working towards a recognised qualification level 5 or 6 SCQF depending on individual:





Key responsibilities:




Conduct monthly stock checks and mid-month cycle counts of raw materials to maintain accurate stocks. Monitor shopfloor computer tracking system and resolve any daily issues. Ordering of raw materials from external warehouse. Ordering distribution and stock control of misc. production supplies and PPE. Provide administration support manufacturing personnel.

Keys to Success

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Requires established skills to perform a range of day-to-day activities Requires knowledge and skills gained through formal training or considerable work experience

Supervisory Responsibilities

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Has no supervisory responsibilities; manages own workload

Requirements and Preferred Skills

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0-1 year(s) of experience You will have achieved or be working towards 4 National 5's or equivalent A - C grades, one of which should be Maths, and a minimum of 3 Highers or equivalent, English and Business/Admin subjects preferred. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Fully familiar with all Microsoft Office applications
Why Gates?


Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.


Work Environment


Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.


GDPR: Gates are committed to protecting your private data. Please see below the link to our Job Applicants Privacy Statement which we would ask you to read in full. By applying for this position, you confirm that you have read, understood and accepted this policy.


https://www.gates.com/us/en/knowledge-center/resource-library/policies-and-statements/gates-job-applicants-privacy-statement.html