Warehouse Associate - Logistics

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Training program

Career growth

Safe environment

Port Elizabeth hub

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Warehouse Associate at our Port Elizabeth distribution center to support receiving, stocking, picking, packing and dispatching goods. The role emphasizes accuracy, speed, and teamwork in a busy logistics environment.

This entry-level opportunity offers comprehensive training and opportunities for overtime and internal promotion within the logistics field, while promoting a safe and collaborative workspace in the Port Elizabeth hub.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position suitable for newcomers to logistics.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects regularly.
• Willingness to learn and operate warehouse machinery.
• Good teamwork and reliability with a focus on safety.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments, verify contents against orders, and stock shelves.
• Pick and pack orders according to customer specifications with accuracy.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts (certification may be provided).
• Assist with inventory management, including cycle counts and stocktaking.
• Load outgoing shipments onto trucks for dispatch and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Safety-first

Willingness to learn

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic distribution center located in Port Elizabeth, is seeking a diligent and energetic Warehouse Associate to support their growing logistics operations. This role involves a variety of tasks critical to the efficient functioning of the warehouse, including receiving, stocking, picking, packing, and dispatching goods. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a strong work ethic, committed to maintaining accuracy and speed in all tasks. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in the logistics and transportation sector within the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments, verify contents against purchase orders, and stock shelves accurately.
• Pick and pack orders according to customer specifications, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts (certification may be provided).
• Assist with inventory management, including cycle counts and stocktaking.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with safety standards.
• Load outgoing shipments onto trucks for dispatch.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a warehouse or general labor role is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects regularly.
• Basic understanding of warehouse operations and inventory control.
• Willingness to learn and operate various warehouse machinery.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with opportunities for overtime.
• Comprehensive training program for all new hires.
• Opportunities for internal promotion and career growth within the logistics field.
• A safe and collaborative working environment.
• Benefit from working in a key industrial hub like Port Elizabeth.