Job Description
Role Overview
- The Warehouse Officer is responsible for the efficient coordination, storage, and movement of raw materials (aluminum, copper scrap, dross), finished goods, and consumables within the recycling plant.
- The role ensures accuracy in inventory, adherence to safety and environmental regulations, and timely support for production operations.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory & Materials Management:
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming scrap materials, consumables, and finished goods.
- Ensure accurate documentation of all stock entries and withdrawals.
- Maintain real-time inventory records for aluminum, copper, slag/dross, furnace additives, and other materials.
- Conduct periodic cycle counts and monthly stock reconciliations with accounts/operations.
- Tag, label, and store materials according to plant standards and traceability requirements.
Warehouse Operations:
- Manage the proper arrangement and stacking of materials to prevent contamination, mix-ups, or quality deterioration.
- Ensure FIFO/FEFO application in the movement of materials.
- Coordinate timely issuance of materials to production.
- Monitor warehouse temperature, cleanliness, and housekeeping to maintain safe storage conditions.
- Ensure proper documentation for dispatch of finished recycled products to customers.
Logistics & Coordination:
- Work with Procurement and Production teams to plan material availability.
- Liaise with transporters for incoming and outgoing deliveries; ensure proper loading and offloading procedures.
- Prepare waybills, delivery notes, and dispatch documents.
- Monitor and track material movement within the plant.
Safety, Compliance & Quality Assurance:
- Ensure all warehouse activities follow HSE guidelines and recycling industry regulations.
- Enforce proper use of PPE and adherence to plant safety protocols.
- Report material quality issues, damaged stock, or contamination immediately.
- Support audits and compliance inspections (internal and external).
Reporting & Administration:
- Maintain accurate and organized warehouse records (manual and digital).
- Provide daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports to management.
- Escalate variances, shortages, or operational challenges promptly.
Qualifications & Experience
- HND / B.Sc. in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
- 2–5 years experience in warehouse operations (manufacturing or recycling industry is an advantage).
- Strong knowledge of scrap material handling (aluminum, copper, dross).
- Proficiency in inventory management software and MS Office.
- Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to operate forklifts or warehouse equipment (added advantage).
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Skills & Competencies:
- High integrity and accountability.
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in an industrial environment.
- Good knowledge of HSE standards.
- Problem-solving and proactive thinking.