STORES ASSISTANT

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
May be responsible for any or all of the following:

Picks, packs, loads and ships products to national and international customers and distribution centers

Prepares documentation and products, ensures accuracy of documentation and shipments, and troubleshoots and resolves issues as required

Assists with or coordinates international shipping; reviews, reconciles and approves all incoming international vendor bills

Maintains a clean, orderly and safe warehouse and environment

Investigates and resolves inventory inaccuracies and provides root cause analysis and recommendations for corrective actions

Supports inventory processes, solutions and strategies for the continuous improvement of inventory accuracy and order fulfillment quality; includes cycle counts, data entry, tracking, reconciling, documenting and reporting

Moves and stores equipment, raw materials and inventory for internal and external customers

Supports instrument repair process including daily and routine shipping and receiving; tracks incoming and repaired materials, assuring system and operational readiness for the repair of instruments

Administers instrument repair and field replacement programs, coordinates all failure analysis and reports, issues periodic reports on outstanding deliveries for inbound and outbound units, and coordinates all field returns, worldwide


EDUCATION:

Minimum Matric

Drivers License Required

Forklift License (beneficial)


REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1 - 3 Warehouse experience

Proven working experience as a warehouse worker.

Ability to work well under pressure and tight time constraints

Ability to effectively function in a team environment

Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Good computer skills and knowledge including SAP, Microsoft Word and Excel preferred

Proficiency in inventory software, databases and systems.

Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods.

Good organisational and time management skills.

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to work flexible hours

Able to follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and applicable ISO regulations

Able to properly lift up to 70 pounds; ability to move up to 100 pounds with assistance

For distribution and material handling work: Certificate to operate a forklift may be required; certificate to work with hazardous materials may be required; knowledge of export documentation and international traffic may be required; previous experience with dangerous goods is preferred; knowledge of customs rules, regulations and export documentation preferred


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Warehouse-type environment

Ability to lift heavy objects (approx. 50lbs.)


WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Normal warehouse environment where protective clothing may be required

Moderate to high noise level

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and can be exposed to risk of electrical shock.