Warehouse Operator - Ballito, Kzn

Introduction

Our client, a leading and growing company in the alternative medicine and natural health industry
, is looking for a reliable, safety-conscious and detail-oriented Warehouse Operator to join their team at their plant in Ballito, Kwa Zulu-Natal
.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient receiving, storage, picking, movement and control of stock
, while ensuring accurate inventory records and compliance with company procedures, quality standards and health and safety requirements.

• Receive raw materials, packaging materials, finished goods and other warehouse stock.
• Check deliveries against purchase orders, delivery notes and relevant documentation.
• Verify quantities, product descriptions, batch/lot numbers and the condition of received stock.
• Identify and report shortages, damages, incorrect deliveries and other discrepancies.
• Label and store stock correctly in designated warehouse locations.
• Pick and issue stock accurately according to picking lists, production requirements and dispatch instructions.
• Apply appropriate stock rotation principles, including FIFO/FEFO where applicable.
• Perform cycle counts, stock counts and physical stocktakes.
• Investigate and report stock variances and assist in maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Ensure all stock movements are properly documented and recorded.
• Safely operate a reach truck and other authorised material-handling equipment
  .
• Load, unload, move, stack and retrieve pallets and stock as required.
• Conduct pre-use equipment inspections and report any defects or unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment.
• Ensure aisles, walkways, emergency exits and access points remain clear.
• Take care to prevent damage, contamination, deterioration or loss of stock.
• Report damaged, leaking, contaminated, expired or non-conforming stock immediately.
• Assist with maintaining warehouse standards for internal, customer and regulatory audits.
• Comply with all company policies, warehouse procedures, quality requirements and health and safety standards.

• Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Previous experience in warehouse, stores, logistics or manufacturing will be advantageous.
• Experience in receiving, picking, stock control and stocktaking advantageous.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment will be advantageous.
• Valid Reach Truck Operator certification/licence appropriate to the equipment operated.
• Must be medically fit and appropriately authorised to operate material-handling equipment, where required.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Stock control and inventory awareness
• Safety consciousness
• Reliability and accountability
• Good organisational skills
• Teamwork and cooperation