2026 INBOUND / OUTBOUND CONTROLLER (CAPE TOWN) (MILNERTON/CENTURY CITY)

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the Inbound / Outbound Controller role is to ensure the accurate receipt, safe storage, controlled issuance, and compliant dispatch of raw materials and finished goods in support of uninterrupted production operations.

The role safeguards inventory integrity while ensuring full compliance with hazardous materials legislation, occupational health and safety requirements, environmental standards, and dangerous goods transport regulations.

This position plays a critical role in minimizing operational risk, maintaining audit-ready documentation, preventing stock losses or expiries, and ensuring that all materials are handled, packed, and transported in a manner that protects people, property, and the environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and verify raw materials against purchase orders in collaboration with Procurement and Quality teams
• Ensure correct storage, classification, labelling, segregation, and documentation of hazardous substances
• Maintain accurate inventory records and apply FIFO/FEFO principles to minimize redundant or expired stock
• Conduct regular stock counts and investigate/report variances
• Maintain detailed documentation including COAs, TDS, SDS, and Dangerous Goods transport documentation
• Ensure compliance with GHS, OHS, Hazardous Chemical Substances Regulations, Environmental legislation, and ADR/IMDG/IATA requirements (where applicable)
• Prepare and issue raw materials to production, including accurate weighing of batch packs according to BOM
• Operate forklift and warehouse equipment safely
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and audit-ready record keeping

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Certificate in Handling of Dangerous Goods
• Experience in a chemical or manufacturing industry
• Certificate in Operations or Quality Management will be advantageous
• Previous experience as a Raw Materials Controller or Inventory Controller
• Forklift License (must be able to operate moving machinery)
• Experience in handling and storage of dangerous goods
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001)

What We’re Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Sound understanding of hazardous materials compliance
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills
• Safety-conscious and proactive mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills