Forklift Driver

Ramsay Engineering; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 89,280 - 133,920; Full time

Job summary

Ramsay Engineering is seeking a fit and reliable candidate to support production lines and ME improvement goals. The role focuses on forklift operations, material handling, and adherence to 5S and SHEMS procedures.

You will work closely with production and despatch teams to ensure timely material flow and accurate stock management. Applicants should have Grade 12 and be team players with good communication.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Forklift Procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Team player.
• Knowledge of KANBAN systems/FIFO.

Responsibilities

• Carry out tasks on production and logistics areas as directed.
• Attend meetings and follow standardised work processes.
• Perform stock counts and despatch duties as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and prompt reporting.

Skills

Forklift procedures

Communication

Team player

Kanban/FIFO

Education

Grade 12

Suitably qualified

Job description

Ramsay Engineering would like to offer the opportunity to all employees who meet the requirements for the position that is available to apply.

Main purpose:

Support the ME plans on existing and new production lines. Support ME Improvement objectives by analysis of lost time and Problem-solving analysis or any other Quality related losses.

TQM/ Elimination of waste

• Forklift Driving
• Remove & Replace Dunnage
• Fetch & return components/finished goods to despatch & production departments
• Pick & Pack orders
• Stock counts
• Despatch
• Follow standardised work process
• Attend meetings
• Practice and improve 5S in your work area in line with the 5S check sheet.
• Ensure correct PPE usage.
• Follow the SHEMS procedures. All counter measure sheets must be completed and closed off.
• Ensure that the Forklift Safety Procedures are adhered to at all times

Quality

• Ensure components are handled with care and that the forks of the forklift do not damage dunnage.

Delivery

• Ensure that raw materials are fetched and returned, loaded, and offloaded in time.
• Responsible for own personal attendance to ensure it is 98% on an ongoing basis.

People Development

• Follow HR Policies & Procedures. Responsible for own personal development.

General

• Carry out any reasonable instructions by Storeman and/or Stores Controller.
• Following processes.

Internal Customer

• Production
• Support Structures

Job Specification

Technical skills and specialist knowledge:

• Good understanding of Forklift Procedures
• Good written and verbal communication
• Team player
• Knowledge of KANBAN systems/FIFO

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 (Critical)
• Suitably Qualified

Other:

• Managing Change & Uncertainty
• Team Worker
• Understanding of production processes
• Problem Solving
• Work accurately
• High resolve

Preference will be given to employees from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, No 55 of 1998 and any amendments thereto, Ramsay Engineering Internal Recruitment Policy as well as the Employment Equity Plan.

NB: If applicants have not received a response two weeks after the closing date, please accept that your applications have not been successful.