Walta Engineering Hiring! Full Time Raw Material Store Controller in Pulau Pinang, Earn up to MYR 2,500 - Ricebowl

Job Summary

The Raw Material Store & Inventory Controller is responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, labelling, tracking, and maintaining accurate records of all raw materials.

The role ensures that physical stock quantities match the inventory records and that material information is readily available to support Production Control in planning material purchases and raising Purchase Requisitions (PRs).

Key Responsibilities

1. Raw Material Receiving and Inspection

• Receive raw materials delivered by suppliers.
• Check the material type, specification, dimensions, quantity, and other relevant details against the supplier’s Delivery Order (DO) and Purchase Order (PO), where applicable.
• Identify and report any discrepancies, shortages, incorrect materials, or damaged materials.
• Perform basic visual and cosmetic inspections of different raw materials for issues such as scratches, dents, corrosion, stains, deformation, or other visible defects.
• Ensure that non-conforming or questionable materials are properly identified and separated for further action.

2. Material Storage and Organisation

• Store and arrange raw materials systematically according to material type, grade, thickness, dimensions, or other appropriate categories.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe raw material storage area.
• Ensure that materials can be easily located, retrieved, and counted.
• Follow proper storage practices to prevent damage, deterioration, contamination, or material mix-up.
• Assist with moving and arranging smaller materials manually.
• Use the appropriate equipment for larger or heavier materials. Forklifts and other powered equipment may only be operated by trained and authorised personnel.

3. Inventory and Stock Control

• Maintain accurate records of all raw materials received, issued, returned, and remaining in stock.
• Regularly conduct physical stock counts and reconcile the results against system and manual records.
• Monitor stock levels and provide accurate, timely information when Production Control requires confirmation of available materials.
• Highlight materials that are running low so that Production Control can raise a Purchase Requisition for replenishment.
• Investigate and report any differences between physical stock and recorded quantities.
• Support scheduled stocktaking and inventory audits.

4. Material Tracking

• Record materials issued for production.
• When a material is cut to size, record:
• The original material size and quantity;
• The number and dimensions of pieces produced;
• The quantity issued to production; and
• The dimensions and quantity of the remaining usable material or offcuts.
• Ensure that all usable remnants and offcuts are returned to the correct storage location and properly labelled.
• Maintain sufficient records to show the movement and remaining balance of each material.

5. Material Identification and Traceability

• Label all incoming raw materials clearly and accurately.
• Ensure that material labels remain attached and legible throughout storage and use.
• Labels should include relevant information such as:
• Material type and grade;
• Thickness or dimensions;
• Quantity;
• Supplier details;
• Delivery Order or Purchase Order reference;
• Date received; and
• Heat number, batch number, or certificate reference, where applicable.
• Maintain traceability from material receipt through storage, cutting, and issuance to production.
• Prevent materials of different grades or specifications from being mixed.

6. System and Record Management

• Learn and use AutoCount to record material receipts, stock movements, issuance, and stock balances.
• Use Microsoft Excel to maintain and update material tracking records.
• Ensure that all records are accurate, complete, and updated promptly.
• File Delivery Orders, material certificates, inspection records, and other relevant documents systematically.
• Prepare basic material stock reports when required.

7. Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the superior from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Minimum SPM, certificate, diploma, or equivalent qualification.
• Basic understanding of common engineering materials, such as mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, and other commonly used metals.
• Ability to recognise basic material grades, thicknesses, dimensions, and surface conditions.
• Basic computer literacy and willingness to learn AutoCount and Microsoft Excel.
• Able to read and understand Delivery Orders, Purchase Orders, material labels, and basic material specifications.
• Good numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Able to maintain accurate and systematic records.
• Physically able and willing to lift, move, and arrange smaller materials safely.
• Responsible, organised, honest, and able to work independently.
• Able to communicate clearly with Production Control, Purchasing, Quality, Production, and suppliers.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing store, warehouse, inventory control, or raw material handling role would be an advantage.
• Forklift certification or experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Inventory accuracy
• Material identification
• Systematic organisation
• Record keeping
• Traceability awareness
• Basic visual inspection
• Communication and teamwork
• Safety awareness
• Accountability and reliability

Key Performance Expectations

• Accuracy of raw material receiving and stock records
• Timely updating of AutoCount and Excel records
• Proper labelling and traceability of all materials
• Accuracy of cut-material and remaining-balance records
• Orderliness and safety of the raw material storage area
• Timely reporting of stock shortages and discrepancies
• Minimal material loss, mix-up, or unidentified stock

Pay: RM2,000.00 - RM2,500.00 per month

Benefits:

• Free parking

Work Location: In person