AFGRI is seeking a dedicated Picker and Packer for our East Rand warehouse. Play a vital role in order accuracy and efficiency while upholding safety standards.
Location: JHB East Rand
Closing Date: 13 September 2024
Key Responsibilities
As a Picker and Packer, your day-to-day responsibilities will focus on ensuring the smooth and accurate movement of stock in and out of the warehouse.
- Accurately pick stock: Using picking slips, you’ll select the correct items from the warehouse, ensuring that each order is correct and promptly ready for dispatch.
- Coordinate with dispatch: Once picked, the stock must be moved to the dispatch area for final preparation. Timely and efficient delivery to this area is essential to meet customer expectations.
- Monitor stock availability: In cases where items are out of stock or unavailable, you will need to inform the warehouse manager to avoid delays in processing orders.
- Loading assistance: You’ll also assist with the loading of equipment, parts, and other items onto client vehicles, ensuring they are safely and securely transported.
- Stock verification: Once packed, it’s essential to double-check that the stock matches the details on the picking slip before it is dispatched.
- Follow company protocols: Ensuring that all packages are packed in accordance with AFGRI’s company policies and procedures is crucial to maintaining the company’s reputation for quality.
- Stock taking and replenishment: You’ll participate in regular stock-taking activities and assist in investigating any discrepancies. Ensuring that stock is replenished correctly is also part of the role.
- Stock receiving: You’ll help store parts received from the receiving area, ensuring they are correctly allocated and organized.
- Maintain a clean and safe workspace: Adhering to health and safety regulations is essential in maintaining a safe working environment. Keeping the workspace clean and organized helps prevent accidents and ensures smooth operations.
Qualifications and Experience
- Education: A Grade 12 certificate is the minimum requirement for this role.
- Skills: You’ll need basic numeracy skills and the ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Experience: While no formal work experience is required, it’s essential that you can demonstrate good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Technical Knowledge and Competencies
- Literacy: You should be able to read and write clearly, ensuring you can follow instructions and record necessary information.
- Computer skills: Basic proficiency in MS Office is beneficial for handling inventory management and communication within the team.
Key Attributes and Behaviors
- Accountability: You must have a strong sense of responsibility, especially when it comes to handling valuable stock and ensuring that orders are picked and packed correctly.
- Discipline: Being disciplined and focused on tasks will help you meet deadlines and avoid mistakes.
- Punctuality: Consistent attendance and punctuality are important to maintain the flow of operations.
- Work Ethic: You should be hardworking, able to work under pressure, and handle the physical demands of the job.
Why Join AFGRI?
AFGRI is more than just a place to work. It’s a company that values its employees and is dedicated to creating an inclusive, growth-oriented environment. The successful candidate will be part of a team that plays a crucial role in ensuring customer satisfaction by meeting daily operational targets. AFGRI’s commitment to quality, safety, and operational efficiency makes it a rewarding place to build your career.
The role of Picker and Packer is fundamental to the overall success of the warehouse, ensuring that customer orders are fulfilled on time and with accuracy. Your contributions directly impact the business’s ability to maintain its excellent reputation in the agricultural services sector.
Additional Information
- Employment Equity: AFGRI is committed to aligning its hiring processes with its Employment Equity Policy. This ensures a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive.
- Data Protection: As part of the application process, AFGRI will process your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Applicants are encouraged to review AFGRI’s HR Processing Notice, which outlines how personal information is collected, used, and stored. This notice can be accessed on the AFGRI website, and it’s important for all applicants to download and read it to understand their rights.
How to Apply
If you meet the minimum requirements and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to AFGRI’s success, apply by the closing date, 13 September 2024. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
In this fast-paced, team-oriented role, you’ll gain invaluable experience in warehouse operations, stock management, and customer service. If you’re reliable, diligent, and ready to take on a new challenge, don’t miss this chance to join AFGRI as a Picker and Packer!
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