Senior Technician Shipping/Receiving & Distribution

Danaher Corporation; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Danaher Corporation in Centurion, South Africa, is seeking a Warehouse and Shipping Associate to process, pack, and distribute customer orders while ensuring accurate documentation and on-time delivery. You will coordinate export shipments, obtain courier quotations, manage packing lists and invoices, and support warehouse safety and housekeeping.

ERP/WMS proficiency and Excel skills are preferred. Join a performance-driven team delivering dependable service to customers and contributing to

Qualifications

• Requires Grade 12 / Matric with shipping and warehouse experience.
• Experience in shipping, warehouse, distribution, or export operations.
• Forklift and Reach Truck certification preferred.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/WMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders and export shipments.
• Generate and verify shipping documents, including invoices and packing lists.
• Coordinate export orders for neighboring countries.
• Obtain courier quotations and arrange shipment collections.
• Manage daily picking slips, backorders, and dispatch activities.
• Monitor On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping in the warehouse.
• Purchase and manage packaging materials.

Skills

Shipping knowledge

Warehouse operations

Customer service

Communication

Microsoft Office

ERP/WMS proficiency

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/WMS systems

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for the efficient processing, packing, and distribution of customer orders, ensuring accurate documentation, on-time delivery, and excellent customer service. Coordinates export shipments, courier activities, warehouse operations, and shipping performance reporting to support supply chain objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders and export shipments.
• Generate and verify shipping documents, including tax invoices and packing lists.
• Coordinate and confirm export orders for neighboring countries.
• Obtain courier quotations and arrange shipment collections and deliveries.
• Manage daily picking slips, backorders, and dispatch activities.
• Monitor and report On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance.
• Follow up on Outstanding Shipper Reports (OSR) and shipment exceptions.
• Liaise with couriers and stakeholders to resolve delivery and logistics queries.
• Ensure internal and external customer requirements are met through excellent service.
• Operate Reach Truck and Forklift safely and in compliance with company procedures.
• Maintain warehouse housekeeping and safety standards.
• Purchase and manage packaging materials to support operational requirements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Experience in shipping, warehouse, distribution, or export operations.
• Forklift and Reach Truck certification preferred.
• Knowledge of shipping documentation and courier processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/Warehouse Management systems.

This version is suitable for a Workday requisition and keeps the focus on the core responsibilities without unnecessary detail.

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