Pretoria: Warehouse Operator

Warehouse Operator Reporting to: Operations Seniority Level: Mid-Career (2 – 3 yrs exp) Type: FTC position, initially 6 months with prospects of renewal Duties and Responsibilities: Receiving Stock: Receive delivery documents from drivers upon arrival. Inspect incoming stock for signs of infestation, moisture, mould, or any damages. Ensure stock is properly labelled (where applicable) and palletised. Offload stock using a forklift, following proper handling and safety protocols. Weigh bags and record necessary information as directed by management. Sample all local inbound stock and mark samples clearly with batch details. Complete and sign the Goods Received Note (GRN) after stock offloading. Despatching Stock: Inspect stock based on Loading Out Instruction (LOI) for quality. Prepare stock for despatch following LOI. Ensure all products are palletised and handle with safety protocols. Complete Goods Despatched Note (GDN) and outgoing inspection report. Quality Assurance: No broken/damaged pallets allowed for storage or despatch. Regular visual inspections of pallets and stock. Report any issues immediately and ensure local stock sampling and testing. Re-bagging: Maintain traceability records for re-bagged stock. Report any issues during re-bagging process. Ensure accurate final weight on re-bagged product labels. Stock Organization: Store products for easy visibility and accessibility. Conduct weekly stock counts and submit reports. Count and confirm empty pallets and bags weekly. Qualifications & Requirements: Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification essential Valid Forklift Licence mandatory Minimum 2 years experience working in a Warehouse/Cold Storage environment Minimum 2 years experience operating a forklift Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment, including cold storage conditions Reliable, punctual, and able to work shifts/overtime when required