Warehouse / Storeman Controller - Manufacturing / Mining / Engineering

Introduction

Over its 27 years existence our client has built a reputation of “Engineering Mechanical Excellence” establishing long term partnerships and sound business ethics. Their philosophy embraces investing in state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment and employing highly skilled craftsman with expertise in various manufacturing procedures. They are a medium to heavy mechanical engineering facility that specializes in manufacturing high quality mechanical parts and equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job purpose

Ensure the efficient receipt, storage, control, and issuing of materials, consumables, and equipment, while maintaining accurate inventory records to support uninterrupted operations.

Key responsibilities

• Stock & Inventory Management

• Receive, check, and record incoming goods against delivery notes or purchase orders or works orders

• Inspect goods for damage, quantity, and quality issues (visual)

• Store stock correctly according to bin locations, part numbers, FIFO/FEFO, or product type

• Pick, pack, and issue stock to production or customers

• Conduct cycle counts and assist with full stock takes. Ensure QES is kept updated at all times

• Report stock shortages, damages, BOM inaccuracies or discrepancies

• Report to MRP if stock falls below minimum stock levels when picking

• Adding surface protection or special packaging to sensitive stock items

• Tagging and labelling of items received from customer for Assessment

• Documentation & Systems

• Accurately capture stock movements on ERP (QES)

• Scan delivery notes, GRNs, and issue documents to

• Ensure all stock transactions are done in QES

• Ensure Delivery notes are handed to finance on time in full for scanning

• Scan Works orders once complete

• Dispatch & Logistics

• Prepare goods for dispatch (packing, labelling, palletising)

• Create RFIP for packaging items (maintaining minimum stock levels)

• Load and unload vehicles safely

• Coordinate with drivers, couriers, and Sales

• Ensure correct documentation accompanies dispatched goods

• Housekeeping & Safety

• Keep the store clean, organised, and clearly labelled

• Follow health & safety regulations and company procedures

• Use PPE correctly at all times

• Operate forklifts, over head cranes or pallet jacks safely (where licensed)

• Identify and report safety hazards

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) Must have maths (core or literacy)

• Diploma in Storekeeping

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles

Experience

• 3–5 years’ experience in stores or warehouse control

• Experience in manufacturing or engineering environment preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or mining-related environment preferred

• Experience with high-value or technical inventory advantageous

Technical

Competencies

• Inventory Management and Control

• ERP System Proficiency

• Receiving & Inbound Logistics Control

• Issuing, Picking & Dispatch Control

• Warehousing & Storage Systems

• Material Handling Equipment (MHE)

• Product & Technical Understanding

• Bill of Materials (BOM) & Job Integration

• Quality Control Integration

• Stock Accuracy & Reconciliation Techniques

• Health, Safety & Compliance