Operator - Sample Logistics

SGS; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and certification company in Rustenburg is seeking a Logistics Assistant to manage sample receiving, storage, and tracking operations. The ideal candidate has a background in logistics and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include sorting samples, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with safety policies. Previous experience in sample logistics and knowledge of information management systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Mathematics and Science will be an advantage.
• Previous experience in Sample Logistics and analysis is advantageous.
• Understanding of the information management system.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, weigh, and label samples as per competence modules.
• Track samples as per Sample Tracking instructions.
• Assist with storage duties for returned or discarded samples.
• Communicate daily operations with the Logistics Supervisor.
• Report any discrepancies or damaged parcels immediately.
• Scan all paperwork accurately every day.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to the Logistics Supervisor.
• Follow housekeeping, health, safety, and quality policies.
• Perform other tasks assigned by the line manager.

Job description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

All operations within the Logistics Department relating to Sample Receiving, storage, logging and Tracking at Randfontein Laboratory

• Receive, sort, weigh and label as per Sorting, receiving competence modules.
• Track samples/jobs as per Sample Tracking working instruction.
• Assist with storage duties as per Storage, return or discard working instruction.
• Communicate with Logistics Supervisor regarding the daily operations in the Login department;
• Report immediately any discrepancies, broken or thorn parcels found during sorting to the Logistics Supervisor. Ensure all jobs/samples are profiled in SLIM accurately and in a timely manner after sample sorting.
• Ensure all paperwork is scanned daily accurately.
• Report immediately any equipment that is not functioning correctly to the Logistics Supervisor
• Ensure that housekeeping, health and safety and quality policies and procedures are followed and adhered to.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

Document all samples received in register

Qualifications

Education

• Mathematics and Science will be added advantage

Experience

• Previous experience on Sample Logistics, preparation and analysis of samples would be advantageous

Experience and understanding of the information management system