Stores in-charge at Ngong Veg Limited

Job Description

• Maintain a current inventory of all goods in the store.
• Issue all tools required each morning to the workers and recover the same every evening. A fine system will be introduced for anybody who does not return a tool on time or who loses a tool.
• Follow up on losses & damaged tools – informing the manager of who to deduct money from in event of this.
• If you cannot account for missing/damaged tools the cost of replacement will be met by you.
• Issuing chemicals/pesticides in liaison with external departmental heads.
• Safeguarding seeds, chemicals, and fertilizers in the store by using accurate and non-defective tools. Also, proper chemical measuring jars to avoid spillages.
• Liaise with departmental heads to place requisitions when the re-order level is reached.
• Advise the Production manager in case you find anomalies in any chemical or pesticide.
• Ensuring there are no expired chemicals/pesticides in the store.
• You must dilute the chemicals before issuing them for spraying as per the specification.
• No chemical should be issued without prior authorization from the departmental head and there must be a signed document for authorization.
• Immediately report to your supervisor in case of chemical/pesticide spillage in large quantities.
• Ensure proper disposal of empty containers is done as per the company policy.
• Ensuring fire-fighting equipment at the store is in good working condition.
• Ensuring safety precautions are always followed while issuing chemicals/pesticides.
• Ensure proper arrangement of goods at the stores.
• Ensure the store is well-locked after work.
• Stocktaking every week indicating stock balances of goods.
• Ensuring a clean, neat, and well-maintained working environment Conservation of the general environment/ surroundings by keeping work areas clean and tidy.
• Producing daily and weekly written reports indicating goods/items issued through the use of bin cards.
• Ensure plant compliance with sanitation procedures and safety programs.
• Report to the supervisor anything that may hinder better performance and/or any signs of danger detected.
• Promote and maintain ethical and professional standards in line with company staff regulations, ETI, and other codes of conduct to enhance worker welfare.
• Any other responsibilities as may be assigned by the management from time to time.

Job Requirements

• At least two years of experience
• Diploma in Business Management/Administration, Horticulture,
• Able to effectively communicate out and deliver daily/ weekly plans.
• Leadership skills.
• Time consciousness.
• Attention to detail
• Good numerical skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Good organization skills.
• Team player.
• Tidiness.