About the role
The Warehouse Parts Custodian manages the systematic handling, storage, and issuance of technical spare parts (pyesa), hardware, and tools. The role supports engineering and production teams by identifying components, verifying specifications, and ensuring the correct parts are available for repairs and maintenance.
Key responsibilities
- Receive incoming shipments of hardware, machine parts, and tools.
- Verify that received parts match purchase orders and technical descriptions, including bolt grades, motor specifications, and valve types.
- Conduct visual quality checks for defects or signs of wear in used or refurbished parts.
- Organize the parts room and hardware section by size, type, or machine compatibility.
- Maintain accurate digital and manual records of hardware movements.
- Conduct regular cycle counts for high-value, critical, and fast-moving parts to help prevent stockouts during machine breakdowns.
- Review requisition slips from the Engineering and Production departments.
- Identify and issue the correct hardware components based on technical descriptions provided by technicians.
- Maintain the tools library and ensure shared tools are returned in good working condition.
- Keep the hardware section free from rust, dust, and moisture that could damage sensitive metal parts.
- Apply proper labelling and binning for small items such as washers, nuts, and specialised screws.
What we're looking for
- High school graduate or vocational diploma holder.
- Familiarity with hardware terminology, including diameters, thread types, electrical ratings, and pneumatic fittings.
- Strong attention to detail when recording part numbers, SKUs, and quantities.
- Ability to identify technical components and verify their specifications accurately.
- Ability to lift and move heavy hardware components.
- Comfort working in a warehouse environment that may be loud and may involve reaching or climbing to access high-shelf bins.