Senior Associate - Supply Chain

Position Title : Stores Inspector

Function : Engineering

Reports to : Stores Inspector Incharge

Role Level : Sr Associate

A.Job Purpose

Ensure the integrity, compliance, and efficiency of incoming parts and materials essential for aircraft maintenance and operation.
To conduct thorough inspections of all incoming items, including parts, hardware, and consumables, in accordance with regulatory standards and company procedures outlined in the Maintenance Organization Exposition (MOE).

B.Key Accountabilities

Conduct thorough inspections of all incoming parts, hardware, and consumables, adhering to the guidelines outlined in the Maintenance Organization Exposition (MOE).
Issue Stores Acceptance/Quarantine Tags for inspected items, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company procedures.
Coordinate the transfer of approved parts to Stores and promptly escalate any issues regarding quarantined items to the Quality Manager for resolution.
Verify that all stored items originate from approved sources, are appropriately packaged, and accompanied by the necessary documentation to validate their airworthiness.
Maintain optimal storage conditions in the store, including regular monitoring of shelf life and storage environments for aeronautical goods.
Implement stock rotation practices, prioritizing the use of items based on their arrival dates to prevent expiration or deterioration.
Monitor the shelf life of stored items and promptly remove any expired products from inventory.
Maintain meticulous records and ensure traceability of release and shipping documents for all items received in the store.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of handling Dangerous Goods(DG) and adhere to 
Understand the significance of Occurrence Reporting, identifying and reporting any incorrect data, existing or potential defects, and safety risks within the working environment
Any other additional responsibility could be assigned to the role holder from time to time as a standalone project or regular work. The same would be suitably represented in the Primary responsibilities and agreed between the incumbent, reporting officer and HR.

C. Skills/Qualities Required

Excellent Communication Skill

Demonstrate ability to multitask

Knowledge of Aviation(General Aviation) practices and regulations

Knowledge of safety management system

Thorough understanding of logistics and customs procedures

Effective team player

D. Key Performance Indicators

Quality Assurance -

Inspection Accuracy Rate
Thoroughness of occurrence reporting
Completeness and accuracy of documentation
Timeliness- Timeliness of Inspection

Inventory Management- Shelf Life Management

Collaboration- Ability to collaborate effectively

E. Key Interfaces

Internal Interfaces

Quality Assurance Team- Collaborate closely with the Quality Assurance team to address any issues with quarantined items, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and implement improvements in inspection procedures.

Inventory Management Team- Work closely with the Inventory Management team to ensure proper storage, rotation, and documentation of inventory items in the Bonded Stores, optimizing inventory flow and minimizing waste.

F. Educational and Experience Requirements

Minimum Education requirements- Graduate and Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Course/ Diploma(3 Yrs)

Experience-

Minimum- 1-3 years in Stores Inspection

Desired- 3 or more years in Stores