Machine Operator

Greys Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Greys Recruitment is seeking an experienced MHE Driver to operate reach trucks, forklifts and order pickers in a fast-paced distribution centre in Kuilsriver. The role offers a rate of R38.58 per hour and supports efficient receiving, storage and stock distribution.

Responsibilities include scanning pallet labels, moving pallets, recording via RF systems, and delivering stock to picking bays while maintaining accuracy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating MHE equipment (reach truck, forklift, order picker).
• Valid MHE/Forklift licence (essential).
• Experience working in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work with RF scanning systems.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with a responsible and safety-conscious attitude.

Responsibilities

• Scan pallet labels at pick-up points and transport pallets to designated rack locations.
• Record movements via RF system and ensure accurate placement.
• Deliver stock to picking bays and confirm locations.
• Work closely with control room and supervisors to ensure stock availability and accuracy.
• Maintain accuracy and efficiency in all stock movements.
• Complete line building instructions accurately.

Skills

MHE operation

RF scanning

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

An opportunity is available for an experienced MHE Driver to operate material handling equipment, including reach trucks, forklifts, order pickers, and long forks. The role supports efficient receiving, storage, and distribution of stock within a fast-paced Distribution Centre. Location: Kuilsriver Rate: R38.58 p/h

Key Responsibilities

Stock Storage (Put-Away)

• Scan pallet labels at pick-up points
• Transport and store pallets in designated rack locations
• Scan rack locations to confirm accurate placement
• Ensure all movements are correctly recorded via RF (Radio Frequency) system
• Support receiving operations by transporting pallets from receiving areas
• Follow instructions via RF scanner/reader
• Retrieve pallets from storage locations
• Deliver stock to designated picking bays
• Scan pallet and bay locations to confirm accurate placement
• Ensure pre-release orders are delivered to picking areas timeously
• Complete all line building instructions accurately

Operational Support

• Work closely with control room and supervisors to ensure stock availability
• Ensure all tasks are completed and recorded according to operational requirements
• Maintain accuracy and efficiency in all stock movements

Experience

• Proven experience operating MHE equipment (reach truck, forklift, order picker)
• Valid MHE/Forklift licence (essential)
• Experience working in a warehouse or distribution environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work with RF scanning systems
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with a responsible and safety-conscious attitude

Physical Requirements

• Physically fit and able to work long hours
• Comfortable working at heights (for reach truck/order picker operations)
• Good eyesight and coordination