Operational Warehouse Assistant

23 hours ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa IFF Full time R1 800 000 - R2 400 000 per year

Job Summary
Are you ready to keep operations running smoothly in a fast-paced warehouse environment? Join us to ensure accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory control while supporting safety and quality standards.

About The Role
As a
Warehouse Assistant
, you'll handle shipping, receiving, and general warehouse maintenance. You'll prepare customer orders, manage inventory using automated systems, and apply safe handling practices for all materials. This role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Where You'll Make a Difference

  • Perform shipping, receiving, and warehouse maintenance activities.
  • Select and prepare products for customer orders while maintaining accurate inventory records.
  • Use automated inventory systems to document all material movements.
  • Operate forklifts and verify product counts, labeling, and quality throughout the distribution process.
  • Apply safe loading techniques to ensure stability during shipping.
  • Support compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and food safety standards.

What Makes You The Right Fit

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in shipping and receiving within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
  • Ability to learn and use automated inventory management systems.
  • Strong communication skills in English (or local language).
  • Ability to work independently and in a warehouse environment 100% of the time.
  • Physical ability to lift items weighing 50 lbs or more.

How Would You Stand Out?

  • Forklift certification and DOT training.
  • Experience in continuous processing environments.
  • Knowledge of chemical/physical material handling.

Why Choose Us?

  • Be part of a global company committed to safety and quality.
  • Work in an inclusive, team-oriented environment.
  • Competitive pay and benefits.
  • Opportunities for skill development and growth.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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