Bulk Loader / Sampler - Qpro Feeds, Vrede

VKB Agriculture; Vrede; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

VKB Group is seeking a reliable Load/ QC assistant to ensure the safe loading of bulk feed products, accurate sampling, and strict adherence to quality and safety standards at our facility in South Africa. You will handle weighing, documentation, and lab samples, working as part of the QC team to maintain product integrity.

The role requires Grade 12, experience in feed production preferred, and a commitment to safe, accurate operations with overtime and holiday work as needed.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is the minimum requirement.
• Experience in a feed mill or similar production environment is preferred.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Load bulk feed products into trucks and other transport vehicles as per loading instructions and schedules.
• Ensure accurate weight measurements using weighbridge or in-line scales.
• Follow proper loading sequence and protocols to avoid contamination and ensure feed integrity.
• Confirm vehicle cleanliness and readiness before loading.
• Complete and maintain accurate loading documentation.
• Collect representative samples of raw materials, in-process, and finished products as per established protocols.
• Label and record all samples accurately for tracking and analysis.
• Deliver samples to the QC lab promptly for testing and retain samples as required.
• Ensure sampling tools and containers are clean and properly maintained.
• Adhere to SOPs related to loading, sampling, hygiene, and cross-contamination prevention.
• Assist the QC Supervisor in identifying and reporting deviations from quality standards.
• Maintain clean and organized loading and sampling areas, as well as lab area.
• Assist in basic quality checks, where trained.
• Comply with all health and safety policies, including PPE usage.
• Identify and report hazards or malfunctions in loading and sampling equipment.
• Participate in safety training and toolbox talks.
• Assist in routine cleaning and maintenance of sampling and loading equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and over holidays.
• Assisting in the lab if needed and ensuring proper handover to QC Supervisor.

Skills

Bulk Loading & Dispatch

Sampling & Quality Inspection

Record Keeping & Documentation

Basic Computer Literacy

Product Traceability

Housekeeping

SOP Compliance & Safe Work Practices

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the-farm foods for consumers. Apart from its various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK.

Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture, with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years. Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now operate across the entire food supply chain, including processing, logistics, storage, handling and national and international market channels.

This "house of brands", established with the support of our farmer shareholders, forms the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

More About Qpro Feeds

QPro Feeds is a dynamic Animal Feed Manufacturing business with a facility in both Bethlehem and Vrede. We are responsible for producing animal feed to in-house clients as well as external clients in the monogastric and ruminant fields.

Why this role matters?

The ideal team player will be responsible for the accurate and safe loading of bulk feed products into transport vehicles and for collecting representative samples of raw materials and finished products in accordance with quality control procedures. This role ensures compliance with product quality standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols, supporting the broader goals of the Quality Control (QC) team.

Why join VKB?

At VKB, your work contributes to something bigger than a production process. You become part of an organisation that supports South African agriculture, creates opportunities for rural communities and strengthens the food value chain from farm to consumer.

What success looks like?

The successful incumbent will ensure the safe and accurate loading of bulk feed products, maintain product quality and traceability through effective sampling practices, uphold safety and housekeeping standards, complete all required documentation accurately, and support the Quality Control function through proactive communication, attention to detail, and compliance with company procedures.

Who are we looking for

We are looking for a reliable and safety-conscious individual with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality. The ideal candidate takes pride in completing tasks accurately, follows established procedures, and works well as part of a team. They are proactive in identifying potential quality or safety concerns, communicate effectively, and are willing to support operational requirements when needed.

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12

Essential Experience

• Experience in a feed mill or similar production environment preferred.

Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Communication Skills
• Accountability
• Quality Focus
• Safety Awareness
• Planning and Organising
• Adaptability

Skills Required

• Bulk Loading and Dispatch
• Sampling and Quality Inspection
• Record Keeping and Documentation
• Basic Computer Literacy
• Product Traceability
• Housekeeping
• SOP Compliance and Safe Work Practices

Key Responsibilities

• Load bulk feed products into trucks, and other transport vehicles as per loading instructions and schedules.
• Ensure accurate weight measurements using weighbridge or in-line scales.
• Follow proper loading sequence and protocols to avoid contamination and ensure feed integrity.
• Confirm vehicle cleanliness and readiness before loading.
• Complete and maintain accurate loading documentation.
• Collect representative samples of raw materials, in-process, and finished products as per established protocols.
• Label and record all samples accurately for tracking and analysis.
• Deliver samples to the QC lab promptly for testing and retain samples as required.
• Ensure sampling tools and containers are clean and properly maintained.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to loading, sampling, hygiene, and cross-contamination prevention.
• Assist the QC Supervisor in identifying and reporting deviations from quality standards.
• Maintain clean and organized loading and sampling areas, as well as lab area.
• Assist in basic quality checks, where trained.
• Comply with all health and safety policies, including the use of PPE.
• Identify and report hazards or malfunctions in loading and sampling equipment.
• Participate in safety training and toolbox talks.
• Assist in routine cleaning and maintenance of sampling and loading equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and over holidays
• Assist with the housekeeping of the retention store and discarding of old samples
• Ensuring that the trucks and tankers are properly sealed
• Assisting in the lab if the need arises
• Ensuring that proper handover is done to the QC Supervisor and for the incoming shifts

Important Information for Applicants

VKB Group reserves the right to close or withdraw any vacancy at its discretion. All personal information submitted through the Career Portal will be used solely for recruitment purposes and, where applicable, for matters related to employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, VKB Group is committed to Employment Equity, transformation, and the inclusion of People with Disabilities. Our recruitment decisions are aligned with the VKB Group Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Strategy.

A Note on Honesty and Integrity

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a screening questionnaire. We strongly encourage all candidates to answer every question honestly and accurately.

At VKB Group, our culture is rooted in the values of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Playing as One Team. We believe in building authentic relationships and making sound decisions based on trust and integrity. Misrepresenting qualifications, experience, competencies, criminal history, or any other information may result in your application being withdrawn or your employment being terminated should discrepancies be identified during verification processes.

We respect your time and ask that you respect ours by providing truthful information throughout the recruitment process. This helps ensure that we focus on candidates who are genuinely aligned with the requirements of the role and the values of our organisation.