Factory Store Incharge

**Key Responsibilities**:
**1. Machine Management**
- **Daily Machine Monitoring** - Issue hand machines based on production requirements; Collect hand machines after use and verify condition
- **Preventive Maintenance Scheduling** - Maintain a schedule for lubrication, calibration, and minor repairs.
- **Breakdown Handling** - Respond to machine breakdowns for repairs.

**2. Material Handling**
- **Material Receipt & Verification** - Check quantity, quality, and specifications of incoming materials.
- **Correct Storage & Stocking** - Store materials in designated areas to avoid damage, mixing, or wastage.
- **Material Issuance** - Supply materials to production on demand in a timely manner.
- **Material Movement Coordination** - Oversee loading/unloading with labor to prevent delays and damage.
- **Timely Material Requisition** - Identify low stock levels and raise requests before production is affected.

**3. Stock & Inventory Management**
- **Inventory Logging** - Maintain up-to-date records of all materials and finished goods.
- **Stock Reconciliation** - Periodically verify physical stock against system records and resolve discrepancies.
- **Consumption Tracking** - Record material usage per production batch to monitor efficiency.
- **Waste Minimization** - Ensure leftover/waste pieces are used in production wherever possible.
- **FIFO / LIFO Compliance** - Follow correct stock rotation methods to avoid expired or unusable materials.

**4. Labor & Coordination**
- **Labor Planning** - Ensure adequate manpower for unloading/loading, stocking, and material transport.
- **Supervision & Safety** - Ensure safe handling of materials and machines by all laborers.
- **Communication with Production** - Coordinate with production in-charge to anticipate material requirements and machine needs.

**5. Waste & Resource Optimization**
- **Reuse of Waste Pieces** - Identify pieces that can be used for other products or processes.
- **Material Utilization Reporting** - Provide insights on areas of wastage and recommend improvements.
- **Cost Optimization** - Suggest methods to reduce material loss, machine downtime, and unnecessary labor.

**6. Procurement Support (Secondary Responsibility)**
- **Emergency Material Procurement** - Procure materials from store/vendor if normal requisition is delayed.
- **Vendor Coordination (if needed)** - Communicate with vendors for urgent supplies or returns.
- **Documentation** - Maintain records of all ad-hoc procurements for accountability.

**7. Reporting & Documentation**
- **Daily Logs** - Maintain logs of machine usage, material issuance, and labor allocation.
- **Weekly/Monthly Reports** - Highlight stock status, machine downtime, material wastage, and pending requisitions.
- **Inventory Forecasting** - Assist in predicting material requirements based on upcoming production plans.

**Required Qualifications**:

- Minimum 2-4 years of experience in storekeeping or inventory roles, preferably in a **manufacturing or interior design/furniture** setup.
- Basic knowledge of **raw materials used in furniture and modular kitchen manufacturing** (e.g., plywood, laminates, hardware, etc.).
- Familiarity with **tools used in woodworking and factory environments**.
- Proficient in using inventory management software or MS Excel.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Able to **coordinate labor and ensure production requirements are met**.
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.

**Preferred Skills**:

- Knowledge of local vendors/suppliers in the Dankuni or Kolkata region.
- Ability to lift and move moderately heavy items/tools when required.

Understanding of basic safety and housekeeping protocols in a factory setting.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

- How many years of experience do you have in Factory Incharge?
- What is your Current CTC?
- What is your Expected CTC?

Work Location: In person