Job Description

Key Requirements

• Solid experience in production and warehouse operations
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, Health & Safety, and Fire Compliance
• Dangerous Goods and chemical handling experience beneficial
• Ability to lead teams and manage disciplinary processes
• Valid drivers licence (company bakkie can be provided)
• Must live within a reasonable distance due to after-hours site callouts and therefore be of sober habits
• Proactive, hands-on approach and strong problem-solving skills
• Stable career history (no frequent job hopping)

Key Responsibilities

• Warehouse & Site Operations

• Daily opening/closing of premises and oversight of security protocols
• End-to-end workflow management: receiving, storage, picking, packing, staging, dispatch
• Ensure strict FIFO/FEFO, accurate picking slips, batch control, stock integrity
• Maintain a clean, safe warehouse environment (5S)
• Dangerous Goods & Chemical Handling

• Ensure full compliance with DG regulations
• Oversee storage, segregation, and labelling of hazardous materials
• Train staff on chemical handling, PPE, spill response and SDS requirements
• Maintain spill kits, fire extinguishers, and conduct compliance inspections
• Fire & Emergency Preparedness (Advantage)

• Support fire warden responsibilities
• Participate in fire drills, equipment checks, incident reporting
• Logistics & Dispatch

• Plan daily dispatch schedules and route optimisation
• Ensure safe and compliant loading
• Verify paperwork, PODs, and manage driver performance
• Liaise with transport providers and monitor OTIF performance
• Vehicle & Equipment Management

• Conduct inspections of forklifts, pallet jacks, trucks and bakkies
• Manage servicing, repairs, and safety concerns
• Maintain COFs, licence renewals, service logs
• Stock Control & Inventory

• Oversee GRVs, transfers, adjustments, dispatch capturing
• Conduct cycle counts and full stock takes
• Investigate discrepancies and maintain batch traceability
• Staff Supervision

• Lead and mentor warehouse staff
• Allocate daily workload, monitor productivity and SOP compliance
• Handle performance discussions and corrective action where needed
• OHS & Compliance

• Enforce safety procedures and OHS Act requirements
• Conduct toolbox talks and ensure correct PPE usage
• Report hazards and assist in incident investigations
• Systems & Reporting

• Use ERP/stock systems for all warehouse movements
• Submit daily/weekly reporting and monitor KPIs
• Recommend process improvements
• Cross-Department Collaboration

• Coordinate with Production, Sales, Customer Service, QA and Procurement
• Manage raw material flow, urgent orders, product releases and non-conformances
• Seasonal & After-Hours Availability

• Weekend work during peak season (OctDec)
• Flexibility for early starts/late finishes during high-demand periods
• Attend to urgent after-hours warehouse or security matters when required

Skills Required