Inventory Controller & Storesperson – Manufacturing Ops

R. A. Bell & Co; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

R.A. Bell is seeking an experienced Storeperson / Inventory Controller to join our team and support the day-to-day operation of our stores and production inventory.

This is a hands-on role that values accurate stock records, proper allocation to production, and smooth component movement through the manufacturing process. You will handle receiving, stock movements, and warehouse duties on the shop floor, working with Purchasing and Production to ensure material availability and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in stores, warehousing or inventory control.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of stock control and inventory movements.
• Experience using an inventory ERP or warehouse management system.
• Good computer skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies rather than simply process transactions.
• Good communication with Stores, Purchasing and Production teams.
• Hands-on approach across warehouse operations.
• Experience with Unleashed Inventory Management would be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and checking incoming goods against purchase orders.
• Accurate receipting and stock movements within the inventory system.
• Picking, staging and issuing components for production and assembly.
• Managing stock allocations and ensuring parts are available for scheduled builds.
• Maintaining accurate inventory quantities and locations.
• Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies.
• Processing returned and unused components from production.
• Conducting stock counts and cycle counts.
• Maintaining organised warehouse and staging areas.
• Assisting with assembly/BOM-related inventory transactions.
• Working closely with Purchasing, Production and other departments to resolve material requirements.
• Supporting continuous improvement of stores and inventory processes.
• General warehouse duties including forklift operation, picking, packing and dispatch as required.

Skills

Inventory control

Forklift operation

Stock reconciliation

Warehouse operations

ERP systems

Tools

Unleashed Inventory Management

ERP/warehouse management system

Job description

R.A. Bell is seeking an experienced Storeperson / Inventory Controller to join our team and support the day-to-day operation of our stores and production inventory.

This is a hands-on role that values accurate stock records, proper allocation to production, and smooth component movement through the manufacturing process. You will handle receiving, stock movements, and warehouse duties on the shop floor, working with Purchasing and Production to ensure material availability and accuracy.