Storekeeper

Storekeeper - 5 month contract - based Gloucester Job Summary: 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. 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 policies, 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 once training and certification have been completed