Receiving Controller
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- Receiving Controller
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Overview
The Receiving Controller is responsible for managing incoming shipments, ensuring all packages are properly received, inspected, and documented. This role involves operating moving equipment, verifying the contents of shipments against invoices, maintaining accurate inventory records, and liaising with suppliers or procurement in case of discrepancies. The position also includes maintaining a clean and organized receiving area while ensuring compliance with company protocols and supporting internal teams to resolve issues promptly.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent (Essential)
- Warehouse Training certification (Advantageous)
- Dangerous goods and Aircraft spares packing certifications (Advantageous)
- 3-5 years warehousing or receiving experience in a mid-size organisation (Essential)
- Experience operating forklifts (Beneficial)
- Experience working with SAM AMO system (Advantageous)
- Forklift license (Beneficial)
- Willing to work overtime as and when required
Responsibilities
- Receive shipments and sign paperwork upon receipt
- Unload packages from incoming trucks
- Use dollies, forklifts, and other moving equipment to transport shipments from the loading dock
- Check the shipping invoice to ensure all items are accounted for
- Open boxes and inspect contents to ensure they are undamaged
- Verify packages according to order and invoices (quantity, quality, price etc.)
- Maintain accurate records and assist with inventory control
- Contact procurement or shipper if a mistake is identified
- Work closely with the management team and Quality Assurance to resolve any queries or uncertainties
- Assume responsibility for returning unsatisfactory shipments or receiving replacements
- Package products for return to vendors and complete any necessary paperwork
- Label deliveries and allocate them to their designated place
- Ensure invoices are signed and paid for when deliveries were satisfactory
- Store, restock, and shelf delivery items as necessary
- Track and report on all received spares daily
- Work with internal stakeholders to resolve any problems
- Conduct daily stock checks on all items reflecting 'received' on SAM
- Update stock on the SAM system
- Monitor tooling in the receiving area
- Ensure that the receiving area is clean and organized
- Process transfers for shipments moving on to another location
- Ensure all items are received correctly and were not damaged during the shipping process
- Communicate with other departments within the company to ensure that shipments are delivered on time
- Ensure the receiving area is audit ready at any given time
How to apply
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