General Worker: Loader

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; Mthatha; On-site; ZAR 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG Butterworth Depot is seeking a Loader to join the dispatch team. You will be responsible for loading and offloading bread on site, following SOPs, and maintaining FIFO stock rotation. The role reports to the Dispatch Supervisor and requires attention to detail and reliability.

Applicants should have a Grade 12 certificate and at least 3 months of FMCG experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Weekend and public holiday work is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Offload and loading bread according to offloads/loading SOP.
• Follow pipeline loading/offloading sequence.
• Tray count and balancing of trays in a truck.
• Attend daily Invocoms.
• Ensure that quality bread is loaded/offloaded.
• Ensure a correct stock rotation (FIFO).
• Report back on loading/offloading related matters to offloads supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Numerical ability

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Accountability

Problem solving

Education

Grade 12

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 strive for excellence ensuring that our products and people make a difference in the everyday lives of our consumers.

Job Purpose

Butterworth Depot is currently looking for a Loader to join their team. This position will be reporting to the Dispatch Supervisor, with the responsibility off loading and offloading bread on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Offload and Loading bread according to offloads/loading SOP
• Follow pipeline loading /offloading sequence
• Tray count and balancing of trays in a truck
• Attend daily Invocoms
• Ensure that quality bread is loaded/offloaded
• Ensure a correct stock rotation (FIFO)
• Report back on loading /offloading related matters to offloads supervisors
• Ensure compliance with company policy and procedures

Experience and Qualifications

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

Skills and Competencies

• Communication – written, verbal
• Accuracy/ Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Organisational understanding
• Numerical ability
• Business processes, rules and procedures
• Accountability
• Innovation/ Continuous Improvements
• Respect

Working Conditions

• Required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays
• Required to work on Rotating

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: 30 October 2026