Storekeeper Contractor - Hire

The Storekeeper is responsible for material handling and movement including loading/unloading, storing, picking, issuing, packing/unpacking and labelling of Materials. The Storekeeper is responsible for inspecting and accepting incoming shipments of inventory against supplier packing lists, ensuring items have been received in a satisfactory state and that outgoing items are correctly packed, with completed documentation. He/she might be requested to update the Warehouse Management System and support documentation as directed by his/her supervisor.

Relationships:

Direct Supervisor: Materials Supervisor

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Performs unloading, inspection, storing, picking, issuing, packing, labelling, loading and disposal of inventory items.
• Accepts supplier deliveries checking actual items received are in a suitable condition and per the packing list and/or purchase order and reports discrepancies.
• Ensures out-going inventory items are suitably packed and issued with correct and complete documentation.
• Optimizes warehouse bin locations to improve efficiency & safety.
• Maintains a high level of housekeeping within the warehouse and shipping/receiving areas.
• Performs inventory cycle counting and supports in periodical physical counts.
• As directed by supervisor, performs tasks associated with Kitting, Kanban point-of-use replenishment and other materials management initiatives.
• Investigates and resolves local inventory & warehouse issues, as requested by supervisor.
• Ensures compliance with established polices, procedures & Standards.
• Complies with applicable company policies including, but not limited, to personnel and QHSE.
• May be required to operate a forklift, or other materials handling equipment, on completion of training and certification.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies to be kept current:

• Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy items above and below shoulder height and perform continuous standing, walking, reaching and bending duties.
• Ability to:
  • read, interpret, and carry out written and oral instructions
  • write legibly
  • prepare and maintain routine records
  • determine the quality and quantity of materials received in relation to prescribed specifications
  • perform accurate arithmetical calculations
  • work under pressure
  • maintain good working relationships with supervisors and peers
  • organize and prioritize work
  • interpret information contained in parts and service manuals
  • understand and utilize technical repair terminology and concepts
  • use computer terminal for data entry into Warehouse Management System
  • use light machinery, that may include a forklift and combilift once training and certification have been completed