Warehouse Operator

Phakisa Holdings; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Gauteng is seeking a Warehouse Operator responsible for receiving, despatching, and ensuring quality of stock. The ideal candidate has a valid forklift license, Matric, and at least 2 years of warehouse experience. This is a mid-career FTC position with potential for renewal, requiring flexibility for shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working in a Warehouse / Cold Storage environment.
• Valid Forklift Licence mandatory.
• Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive delivery documents from drivers upon arrival.
• Inspect stock for quality based on Loading Out Instruction (LOI).
• Conduct weekly stock counts and submit reports.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Warehouse Operator

Reporting to : Operations

Seniority Level : Mid-Career (2 - 3 yrs exp)

Type : FTC position, initially 6 months with prospects of renewal

Duties and Responsibilities

Receiving Stock

• Receive delivery documents from drivers upon arrival.
• Inspect incoming stock for signs of infestation, moisture, mould, or any damages.
• Ensure stock is properly labelled (where applicable) and palletised.
• Offload stock using a forklift, following proper handling and safety protocols.
• Weigh bags and record necessary information as directed by management.
• Sample all local inbound stock and mark samples clearly with batch details.
• Complete and sign the Goods Received Note (GRN) after stock offloading.

Despatching Stock

• Inspect stock based on Loading Out Instruction (LOI) for quality.
• Prepare stock for despatch following LOI.
• Ensure all products are palletised and handle with safety protocols.
• Complete Goods Despatched Note (GDN) and outgoing inspection report.

Quality Assurance

• No broken / damaged pallets allowed for storage or despatch.
• Regular visual inspections of pallets and stock.
• Report any issues immediately and ensure local stock sampling and testing.

Re-bagging

• Maintain traceability records for re-bagged stock.
• Report any issues during re-bagging process.
• Ensure accurate final weight on re-bagged product labels.

Stock Organization

• Store products for easy visibility and accessibility.
• Conduct weekly stock counts and submit reports.
• Count and confirm empty pallets and bags weekly.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification essential
• Valid Forklift Licence mandatory
• Minimum 2 years experience working in a Warehouse / Cold Storage environment
• Minimum 2 years experience operating a forklift
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment, including cold storage conditions
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work shifts / overtime when required