General Warehouse Assistant

Greys Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Greys Recruitment is seeking a Warehouse Assistant (General) for a fast-paced Distribution Centre in Cape Town. The role focuses on accurate handling, movement, and processing of stock in line with operational standards.

The position involves receiving and despatch tasks, lifting up to 25kg, and working as part of a team to maintain accuracy and efficiency in a busy distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Service-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Load and offload full cartons as instructed.
• Ensure cartons are loaded according to order and size specs.
• Adhere to packing standards at all times.
• Move pallets to designated locations as required.
• Maintain high levels of accuracy in stock handling.
• Prepare empty cartons for picking lines.
• Verify carton IDs and label accuracy.
• Seal cartons to required standards.
• Move cartons between locations safely.

Skills

Basic numeracy

Attention to detail

Team player

Service-oriented mindset

Education

Grade 10

Job description

An opportunity is available for a Warehouse Assistant (General) to perform a variety of general duties within a fast-paced Distribution Centre. The role focuses on ensuring the accurate handling, movement, and processing of stock in line with operational standards.
Job Title: Warehouse Assistant (General)
Location: Distribution Centre
Rate: R30.52 p/h

Key Responsibilities

Receiving (Packed Cartons)

• Load and offload full cartons as instructed
• Ensure cartons are loaded according to order and size specifications
• Adhere to packing standards at all times
• Move pallets to designated locations as required
• Maintain high levels of accuracy
• Keep work areas clean and organised
• Prepare empty cartons for picking lines
• Ensure picking lines remain operational until completion
• Cut, staple, and seal cartons according to specifications
• Check cartons for damage before leaving the picking line
• Handle equipment according to required standards
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas

Despatch (Sealed and Allocated Cartons)

• Verify carton ID labels against SCS labels for accuracy
• Seal cartons according to required standards
• Move cartons between locations as instructed
• Maintain clean and safe working areas

Education:

• Grade 10 preferred

Experience:

• No prior experience required
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Service-oriented mindset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work long hours without loss of effectiveness
• Good eyesight to accurately read SKUs
• Physically fit and able to lift cartons up to 25kg

Reporting Line

• Reports to: Supervisors and Process Managers

General Warehouse Assistant • Cape Town - North (Goodwood - Blackheath), South Africa - Western Cape, ZA