Cold Store Manager

JSM Business Services; Milnerton; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food and meat sector is seeking a Cold Storage Warehouse Manager. This role involves overseeing the efficient management of stock in a cold storage environment, ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards, and leading a team of staff to maintain operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in warehouse management, effective communication skills, and the ability to train and motivate personnel. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the quality and efficiency of operations.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in warehouse management.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise packing and stock management in cold storage.
• Enforce food safety and health policies in the workplace.
• Train staff on proper storage and packing procedures.

Skills

QHS compliance

Effective communication

Staff training capabilities

Food quality knowledge

Store operations and warehouse management

Cold store management and stock control

Education

Grade 12 / Matric qualification

Job description

Our client, a leading supplier of Food and Meat products to the catering and hospitality industries, is seeking to appoint a Cold Storage Warehouse Manager at their plant in Montague Gardens, near Cape Town.

Responsibilities

1. Supervise the packing of products and stock in the freezers.
2. Operate forklifts and manage loading and offloading trucks.
3. Manage waste disposal processes.
4. Motivate staff to work efficiently and correctly, ensuring attendance and proper use of protective clothing.
5. Assist in planning stock picking, stacking, and storage for daily operations.
6. Monitor stock levels, communicate needs to managers, and ensure proper stock rotation and labeling.
7. Maintain cleanliness, safety, and quality standards in the storage areas.
8. Train new personnel in stacking, storage, and packing procedures.
9. Manage equipment maintenance and report faults.
10. Attend meetings and resolve stock or operational issues promptly.

Quality, Food Safety, and Health & Safety

• Enforce food safety, quality, and health & safety policies and procedures.

Equipment Management

• Ensure all equipment is maintained and operational.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Report shortages or damages immediately.
• Assist with stock takes and ensure proper labeling and documentation.

Desired Skills

• QHS compliance
• Effective communication
• Staff training capabilities
• Food quality knowledge
• Store operations and warehouse management
• Cold store management and stock control

Work Experience & Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
• Grade 12 / Matric qualification