Warehouse Operator

Roles and responsibilities

To ensure that customers get exactly what they ordered and in good condition by performing all the tasks associated with the running of the Warehouse, including receipt, storage and the dispatching of all finished goods. The position will also maintain a safe and clean working environment as per the company’s Operational Excellence Standards, Policies & and Procedures.

Key Accountabilities

1. Order Picking & Loading

Pick customer orders in the Ambient, Frozen and Chilled Chambers that are ready for shipment and transport these orders to the loading locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment/Forklifts in an accurate and safe manner, ensuring the right quantities and right dates. Ensure Van stock rotation is carried out in all sales vehicles during all loading operations and carry out Van stock counts as and when required.

2. Repacking

Repackage any orders or deliveries that require such handling when necessary and report quality and quantity variances.

3. Quality

Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage in order to minimize market returns.

4. Equipment

Operate the various forklifts for order picking when required and inspect and perform minor maintenance on the equipment on a daily basis. Ensure that forklifts are always in good working condition, are clean in appearance and that any defects/damages are reported in good time to the Supervisor.

5. Inventory Control

Ensure stock is scanned / manually entered into the system for all inbound goods or goods leaving storage. Issue gate passes / return receipts for Store Keeper checks. Conduct physical inventory counts in all temperature chambers as required.

6. Safety & Security

Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area according to company standards and assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.

7. General Assistance

Provide additional assistance and/or tasks on the request of the Supervisor to ensure the smooth running of the Warehouse.

Desired candidate profile

Team player
Proactive behavior
Flexible attitude
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Practical and hands-on mentality
Aware of one’s responsibility; takes ownership of his role
Well-developed communication skills

Job Requirements

Educational level: minimum completed High School degree (literate: read & write)
Specific diploma/ education: driving license for Forklift Truck is mandatory (training will be given if suitable applicant is currently without license)
Minimal experience: 2 years relevant work experience
Ability to work under pressure and handle deadlines
Physically fit
Neat and tidy, well groomed (e.g. no sandals)
Languages: Arabic is a must; English is preferable