General Worker: Loader

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd is seeking a despatch/forklift loader to ensure daily loading and offloading of bread on site in Middelburg, Mpumalanga. The role focuses on accurate loading, stock control, FIFO rotation, and timely truck departures within a fast-paced FMCG environment.

The candidate should have Grade 12 with numerical skills and at least 3 months’ experience in a similar FMCG role, with strong attention to detail and teamwork. Weekend and public holiday shifts may apply.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with numerical skills.
• At least 3 months’ experience in a similar position in the FMCG industry.

Responsibilities

• Load bread according to picking slip.
• Manage stock by transfers and GRVs.
• Tray count and balancing of trays in a truck.
• Attend daily invocoms.
• Ensure that quality bread is loaded.
• Ensure a correct stock rotation (FIFO).
• Account for all stock received and dispatched.
• Reconciliations.
• Giving daily reports.
• On time truck departures.
• Assist with queries.

Skills

Accuracy

Attention to detail

Communication

Numerical skills

Organising skills

Teamwork

Accountability

Sense of urgency

Education

Grade 12 with numerical skills

Job description

About Premier FMCG

Premier FMCG is at the heart of South Africa’s FMCG industry, delivering trusted, iconic brands across our Bakery, Milling, Confectionery, Home & Personal Care and Culinary divisions. We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a high-performance growth culture. We empower our people to rive for excellence ensuring that our products and people make a difference in the everyday lives of our consumers.

Job Purpose

To ensure daily loading and offloading of bread on site

Key Responsibilities

The core functions define the key areas of responsibility for this role, reflecting the accountabilities and expected outputs outlined in the competency-based profile. These are the primary activities through which the role delivers value to the business.

• Load bread according to picking slip.
• Manage stock by transfers and GRV’S.
• Tray count and balancing of trays in a truck.
• Attend daily invocoms.
• Ensure that quality bread is loaded.
• Ensure a correct stock rotation (FIFO)
• Account for all stock received and dispatched.
• Reconciliations.
• Giving daily reports.
• On time truck departures.
• Assist with queries.

Experience and Qualifications

To perform effectively in this role, the following minimum qualifications and work experience are required:

• Grade 12 with numerical skills
• At least 3 months’ experience in a similar position in the FMCG industry

Skills and Competencies

• Accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Numerical skills
• Organising skills
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Sense of urgency

Working Conditions

• Will be required to work until last truck is completed loading.
• Required to work Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays.
• Required to work on a rotating shift basis.
• Will be required to relieve Despatch Clerks
• Ability to make Invocom presentations.

Diversity & Inclusion

Premier FMCG is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people living with disabilities. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act) for recruitment purposes.

Closing Date: 20 November 2026