Bulk Loader & Sampler: Quality, Safety & Sampling Pro

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

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.