Warehouse Associate

PowerToFly; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Johannesburg, South Africa, to join our Logistics team in the Cummins CGL Operations Department. The role focuses on accurate inventory handling, quality checks, and safe, efficient warehouse operations.

You will work on inbound/outbound processes, organize storage, and ensure timely picking, packing, and dispatching while adhering to HSE policies. Collaboration with team members is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and systems to support inbound/outbound activities.
• Familiarity with Red Prairie WMS and possession of a valid PIV license preferred.
• Ability to take ownership, follow through, and deliver high-quality results.
• Willingness to learn and grow through training and on-the-job experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, sort, label, store, and dispatch goods per warehouse procedures.
• Perform quality checks for damages, discrepancies, and non-conforming materials.
• Adhere to HSE policies, use PPE, report hazards promptly.
• Organize storage areas to maximize space and accessibility.
• Accurately pick, pack, ship, and process system transactions to meet deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, and material flow.
• Collaborate with teammates and support functions to resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and productive work environment.

Skills

Warehouse operations

System usage

Accountability

Self-development

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Red Prairie

PIV License

Job description

We are looking for a talented Warehouse Associate to join our team specializing in Logistics for our CGL Operations Department in Johannesburg, South Africa.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways

• Ensuring accurate inventory management by receiving, inspecting, sorting, labeling, storing, and dispatching goods in line with established warehouse procedures and customer requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of quality by performing thorough checks for damages, discrepancies, and non-conforming materials, helping to reduce costs and improve operational accuracy.
• Supporting safe and compliant operations by adhering to Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies, reporting hazards and incidents promptly, using appropriate PPE, and promoting a culture of workplace safety.
• Optimizing warehouse efficiency by organizing storage areas effectively, maximizing space utilization, and ensuring materials are easily accessible to support smooth operations.
• Meeting customer delivery expectations through accurate picking, packing, shipping, and system transactions while maintaining productivity standards and cycle-time requirements.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives by actively identifying opportunities to enhance safety, quality, material flow, processes, and overall team effectiveness.
• Collaborating effectively with team members and support functions to resolve issues, maintain equipment, share knowledge, and achieve operational goals.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and productive work environment by completing housekeeping activities, operator care tasks, and demonstrating flexibility to support changing business needs.

To b successful in this role y ou will need the following:

• Strong Warehouse Operations Knowledge: Effectively utilize warehouse systems, tools, and best practices to support efficient inbound and outbound operations while consistently meeting performance and operational metrics.
• Red Prairie & PIV License Experience: Preferably possess working knowledge of the Red Prairie warehouse management system and hold a valid PIV License to support daily warehouse activities safely and effectively.
• Ensures Accountability: Take ownership of responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and hold yourself and others accountable for delivering high-quality results and meeting operational objectives.
• Commitment to Self-Development: Actively seek opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and expand knowledge through both formal training and on-the-job experiences to support continuous improvement and career growth.

Education/ Experience

• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
• Requires some work experience or intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Job Logistics

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2435044

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No