Stores Coordinator

HMPS; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HMPS is seeking a hands-on Stores Coordinator to join our Adelaide team. You’ll manage day‑to‑day operations of the Propac store and Vertical Storage System, ensuring accurate receipt, storage, picking, kitting and dispatch to support production, spare parts and customer orders.

Working with the Machining and Stores Manager, you will maintain inventory accuracy, coordinate freight, and follow up with suppliers while upholding safety and efficiency standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in stores, warehouse or inventory roles within manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Experience maintaining stock accuracy using an ERP/inventory system.
• Experience with cycle counting and stocktake processes.
• Experience coordinating the flow of stores work and guiding others.
• Strong attention to detail with part numbers and stock records.
• Sound computer skills including ERP/inventory systems and MS Office.
• Current forklift licence (LF).
• Current driver’s licence and right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operation of the Propac store, including receipting, put-away, kitting, picking, packing and dispatch.
• Prioritise daily stores activities and provide guidance to others in the store.
• Operate and maintain the Vertical Storage System, including layouts and data.
• Ensure inventory records are accurate and conduct cycle counts and stocktakes.
• Monitor stock levels and capacity; propose improvements.
• Receive and inspect incoming goods; manage discrepancies and returns/warranties.
• Book and coordinate freight and courier services for inbound/outbound goods.
• Prepare dispatch documents including interstate, export and dangerous goods where required.
• Collaborate with production, spare parts, procurement and planning to resolve shortages.
• Identify improvements to store layout, methods, systems and processes.
• Maintain SOPs and operating standards for store and VSS.
• Maintain a safe, clean store environment.

Skills

Store/Warehouse experience

ERP inventory systems

Cycle counting

Training/guidance

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Forklift licence

Driver's licence

Right to work in Australia

Tools

ERP system

Job description

HMPS is looking for a Stores Coordinator to join our Adelaide team.

This is a hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day operation of our Propac store and Vertical Storage System (VSS). You will play an important role in making sure parts and materials are received, stored, picked, kitted and dispatched accurately and on time to support production, spare parts and customer orders.

Working closely with the Machining and Stores Manager, you will coordinate the daily flow of stores activities, maintain inventory accuracy, coordinate freight and supplier follow-up, and help ensure the store operates safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Storeperson, Stores Coordinator or Warehouse professional who enjoys being hands‑on while also taking ownership of inventory, systems and processes.

Job Description

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinate the day-to-day operation of the Propac store, including receipting, put‑away, kitting, picking, packing and dispatch
• Prioritise daily stores activities and provide functional guidance and on-the-job training to others working in the store
• Operate and maintain the Vertical Storage System, including tray layouts, location logic, system data and operator maintenance
• Ensure inventory records are accurate and conduct cycle counts, stocktakes and variance investigations
• Monitor stock levels, slow‑moving stock and storage capacity, and recommend improvements where required
• Receive and inspect incoming goods, manage discrepancies and coordinate returns and warranty claims
• Book and coordinate freight and courier services for inbound and outbound goods
• Prepare dispatch documentation, including interstate, export and dangerous goods documentation where required
• Work closely with production, spare parts, procurement and planning teams to resolve shortages and expedite critical items
• Identify and implement improvements to store layout, storage methods, systems and processes
• Maintain accurate work instructions, SOPs and operating standards for the store and Vertical Storage System
• Maintain a safe, clean and well‑organised store environment

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who is organised, practical and takes ownership of getting things done. You’ll have:

• Previous experience in a stores, warehouse or inventory role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Experience maintaining stock accuracy and working with an ERP or inventory management system
• Experience with cycle counting and stocktake processes
• Experience coordinating the flow of stores work and providing guidance or training to others
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when working with part numbers, stock records and engineering components
• Sound computer skills, including experience with ERP/inventory systems and Microsoft Office
• The ability to make sound day-to-day decisions and elevate issues when required
• A current forklift licence (LF)
• A current driver’s licence and the right to work in Australia

Experience with a Vertical Lift Module, carousel or similar automated storage system would be highly regarded, as would experience working with machined components, engineering drawings, freight coordination or continuous improvement/5S.

About HMPS

Founded in 1980, HMPS is one of Australia’s leading designers and manufacturers of end‑of‑line packaging automation and industrial machinery. You will be supporting equipment that’s designed and built in Australia and operating in some of the country’s largest food and beverage facilities. Our brands, HMPS, Propac Industrial, Engi‑O and Enmim, support manufacturers across Australia, New Zealand, and internationally.

With over 100 employees across Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, we offer a genuine team culture with real investment in our people, including leadership development, job shadowing, external training support, and financial assistance for tertiary study.