Store Assistant

Role purpose

The Store Assistant keeps the factory store accurate, orderly and ready to supply the shop floor.

The role covers receipt, storage and issue of materials.

Every movement must be recorded in the ERP on the same day.

Key responsibilitiesReceipt of materials

• Unload and receive incoming materials at the store.
• Check quantity against the purchase order and the supplier delivery challan or invoice.
• Check for visible damage, wrong items and short supply.
• Report shortages and damage to the Stores In-charge the same day.
• Hand over materials for quality inspection where required.
• Enter the Purchase Receipt in the ERP after acceptance.

Storage

• Place each item in its assigned rack, bin or yard location.
• Label items with item code and description.
• Store raw materials, bought-out parts, consumables and tools separately.
• Follow first-in, first-out for items with shelf life.
• Protect bearings, motors, electrical items and rubber parts from dust and moisture.

Issue of materials

• Issue materials to the shop floor only against an approved material request.
• Record each issue in the ERP at the time of issue.
• Track tools and gauges given on returnable basis.
• Collect and record unused material returned from the shop floor.

Dispatch support

• Pick and pack spares and loose items for dispatch.
• Check packed items against the packing list.
• Assist with loading and dispatch documents.

Stock records

• Keep ERP stock and physical stock matching.
• Carry out cycle counts as scheduled.
• Take part in monthly and year-end physical stock verification.
• Report variances, slow-moving items and scrap to the Stores In-charge.
• Inform the Stores In-charge when stock falls below the reorder level.

Housekeeping and safety

• Keep the store clean, with clear gangways.
• Follow 5S practices.
• Use safe handling methods for heavy and sharp items.
• Wear the required safety gear.
• Keep the store locked and restrict entry to authorised persons.

Qualification and experience

• ITI, Diploma or any Degree.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in the stores of a manufacturing or engineering unit.
• Freshers with good computer skills can apply.
• Experience with ERP stock entries is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of engineering items is an added advantage. Examples are steel sections, fasteners, bearings, motors and welding consumables.

Skills and attributes

• Basic computer skills, including MS Excel and data entry.
• Able to read a purchase order, delivery challan and invoice.
• Accurate with counting, weighing and measuring.
• Speaks Tamil. Can read and write basic English.
• Honest and reliable with company material.
• Physically fit to handle materials and stand for long hours.
• Punctual and disciplined.

Employment terms

• Salary: to be confirmed.
• ESI and EPF as per statutory rules.
• Probation: to be confirmed.
• Work is inside the factory store and material yard.
• Extra hours may be required during stock verification and urgent dispatches.

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person