Our client based in Pietermaritzburg is looking to fill the role of a Stores / Kitting Assistant on a one year fixed term contract. The successful candidate will be reporting to the Stores Manager.
Qualifications and Experience Required
- Previous stores experience preferred, specifically in an engineering environment where kits are compiled for assembly.
- Technical background\experience, specifically with regards to identification of parts (electrical & mechanical), and ability to read technical drawings.
- Experience and ability to perform general maintenance and “handyman” tasks.
- Code 08 driver’s license essential
- Forklift license and experience as forklift operator, up to 5 TON loads, preferred.
- Overhead crane license, up to 7.5 TON rated, preferred.
- PC skills (MS Outlook, Word, Excel & general).
- Fully literate, with good communication skills.
Objectives/responsibilities/Key Performance areas
- Compiling of kits or assistance with compiling of kits, which may include delivery/collection of parts from various processes or departments internally, or suppliers/service providers externally
- Ensuring that kitting dates are met as per requirements outlined by Kitting Team Leader or Stores Manager
- Ensuring that kits are complete and accurate
- Packing of parts & machinery; stripping, cleaning, rust prevention, packing, loading, strapping onto/into trucks/containers.
- Making of timber pallets and boxes.
- Packing of parts for safe transport.
- Assisting with stocktake and stock control.
- General maintenance and handyman tasks if and when required. This may include as examples, but not limited to the following:
a. Basic vehicle/equipment maintenance (eg. Vehicle inspections, checking oil, water etc.)
b. Replacing lightbulbs
c. Painting
d. Repairing/unblocking gutters
e. General building and site maintenance
Skills Required
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to follow set procedures
- Good communication skills
- Accuracy
- Problem-solving ability
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Code 08 drivers license
- Previous Stores experience an advantage
