Storekeeper

Position: Store Keeper

Institution: NETs Navodaya Institute of Technology

Location: Raichur, Karnatak

About the Role:

The Store Keeper is responsible for the efficient management, storage, and issuance of materials, equipment, tools, and consumables used in laboratories, workshops, and other departments of the engineering college. The role ensures accurate inventory control, proper documentation, and timely availability of items while adhering to institutional policies.

Key Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials, equipment, and supplies against purchase orders and invoices.

Maintain proper storage of materials to ensure safety, preservation, and easy identification.

Issue materials to departments, laboratories, and workshops as per approved requisitions.

Maintain accurate stock records, bin cards, ledgers, and inventory registers (manual or digital).

Conduct regular stock verification and report shortages, excesses, or damaged items.

Ensure timely reordering of materials by monitoring minimum and maximum stock levels.

Coordinate with the purchase and accounts departments for procurement and documentation.

Maintain records related to warranties, AMC, calibration, and disposal of obsolete items.

Ensure compliance with safety standards and proper handling of tools, chemicals, and equipment.

Assist during audits and inspections by providing necessary store-related records.

Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the store area.

Qualifications & Experience

Diploma / Bachelors degree in Engineering, Commerce, or a related field (preferred).

25 years of experience as a Store Keeper, preferably in an educational institution, engineering college, or industrial setup.

Knowledge of inventory management systems and basic computer applications (MS Excel, ERP, etc.).

Familiarity with engineering tools, laboratory equipment, and consumables is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

Strong organizational and record-keeping skills

Basic accounting and documentation knowledge

Good communication and coordination skills

Understanding of safety and material handling procedures