Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Stable full-time employment with OT

On-the-job training

Positive team atmosphere

Company-provided safety gear and gowns

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, is seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Clerk to manage the flow of goods at our client's facility. You will verify orders, prepare shipments, maintain records, and coordinate with logistics partners in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have prior shipping/receiving experience, forklift certification, and strong computer skills to keep accurate shipment records. This on-site role offers full-time hours with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a shipping/receiving role.
• Ability to operate forklift and warehouse machinery.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items up to 50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills for record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Process all incoming and outgoing shipments accurately and efficiently, verifying contents against purchase orders and sales orders.
• Prepare shipping documents, labels, and manifests for all outgoing orders.
• Inspect incoming goods for damage or discrepancies and report any issues immediately.
• Maintain organized storage of received goods and ensure proper stock rotation.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely to move and stage materials.

Skills

Shipping & Receiving

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and efficient Shipping and Receiving Clerk to manage the flow of goods at their facility in Welkom . This role is fundamental to ensuring that all incoming and outgoing shipments are processed accurately and on time. You will be responsible for verifying order details, preparing shipments, maintaining records, and coordinating with logistics partners. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, possess excellent attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced operational environment within the Free State . This is an essential on-site position supporting the heart of our client's distribution network.

Key Responsibilities

• Process all incoming and outgoing shipments accurately and efficiently, verifying contents against purchase orders and sales orders.
• Prepare shipping documents, labels, and manifests for all outgoing orders.
• Inspect incoming goods for damage or discrepancies and report any issues immediately.
• Maintain organized storage of received goods and ensure proper stock rotation.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely to move and stage materials.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a shipping and receiving role or a similar warehouse environment.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other relevant warehouse machinery (certification is a plus).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items, often up to 50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills for record-keeping and tracking shipments.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage.
• Stable full-time employment with opportunities for overtime.
• On-the-job training on equipment and procedures.
• Positive and team-oriented work atmosphere.
• Company-provided safety gear and uniforms.