Responsible for the safe, accurate and efficient receipt of all incoming goods and materials into the business. Ensure deliveries are checked against purchase orders and delivery documentation, accurately processed within SAP, and directed to the appropriate inspection, storage or production area.
The role is responsible for identifying and reporting discrepancies, shortages, damage or documentation issues at the point of receipt, maintaining accurate and traceable records, and working closely with Purchasing, Quality, Planning and Warehouse teams to ensure materials are received and made available to the business in a timely manner.
Maintain high standards of safety, quality, housekeeping and 5S within the Goods Receiving area while supporting the continuous improvement of Goods In processes.
Receive and unload all incoming deliveries safely and efficiently, using appropriate material handling equipment including forklift trucks where required.
Check all incoming goods against purchase orders, delivery notes and associated documentation to ensure the correct part numbers, quantities and materials have been received.
Accurately process and book incoming goods into SAP, ensuring all transactions are completed correctly and in a timely manner.
Carry out visual inspections of incoming materials and packaging for signs of damage, contamination or other obvious quality concerns before materials are released into the business.
Ensure part numbers, descriptions, quantities and other relevant information match the associated purchase order and delivery documentation.
Identify, record and promptly report any shortages, over-deliveries, incorrect materials, damaged goods or documentation discrepancies.
Ensure materials requiring Incoming Goods Inspection are correctly identified and transferred to the designated inspection area.
Ensure relevant certification and documentation received with materials is identified and processed in accordance with company procedures.
Maintain clear traceability between incoming materials, delivery documentation, purchase orders and associated certification where required.
Ensure materials are correctly labelled and directed to the appropriate put-away, inspection, quarantine or production area following receipt.
Ensure materials are handled and stored correctly during the Goods In process to prevent damage, deterioration or loss.
Work closely with Purchasing, Quality, Planning, Warehouse and other relevant departments to resolve Goods In issues and prevent unnecessary delays to production.
Maintain accurate records of Goods In discrepancies and provide information to relevant departments to support supplier performance and continuous improvement activities.
Maintain the Goods Receiving, unloading and surrounding areas to agreed 5S and housekeeping standards.
Ensure designated unloading areas, pedestrian routes and material handling areas remain safe, organised and free from obstruction.
Follow all company Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures when carrying out Goods Receiving activities.
Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, material handling concerns or other risks immediately to the appropriate manager or Team Leader.
Support stock checks, investigations and annual inventory activities where required.
Take an active role in continuous improvement activities relating to Goods Receiving, material flow, quality, safety and process efficiency.
Support other reasonable Goods In and Warehouse activities as required to meet operational and business requirements.
Take an active part in Health & Safety standdowns, briefings and other safety-related activities as required.
You have the capability to efficiently and accurately handle complex tasks. You are self motivated with a positive can-do attitude.
• Experience of Goods Receiving and general Warehouse activities.
• FLT and Reach Truck licence desirable.
• Computer literate.
• Numerate and literate.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately and follow defined processes and procedures.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognise the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritise providing competitive benefit plans to meet yours and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide wellbeing benefits, healthcare plans and eyecare, benefits centred around professional development, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid family leave (maternal, adoption and paternal) and holiday leave.
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
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