Picker

Permanent

VC Midrand

Overview
We are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature-controlled network in Southern Africa.

But we are also more than that. We are people serving people. While we boast the best in tech and infrastructure, our people are our greatest resource. With our skilled, curious, can-do people at the forefront, our assets become your assets, our service your solutions.

Vector's vehicle fleet includes a food industry first in 'multi-temperature' vehicles enabling the company to service business across frozen, chilled and ambient temperature zones on a single delivery.

Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to accurately pick and prepare stock within the warehouse to ensure all orders are fulfilled correctly and on time.

• Accurate and stock friendly picking & loading.
• Safe handling and knowledge of the product description.
• Accurate checking and marking of picked pallets of stock.
• Accurate and neat completion of administration i.e. picking slips, replenishment documentation and check lists, etc.
• Safe handling and operating of Warehouse MHE's.
• Safe handling and operating of Picking equipment's and devices.
• Accurate checking, weighing and marking of picked pallets of stock.
• Safe palletisation of picked stock (Hard, medium, soft).
• Take instruction from Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

Housekeeping

• Ensure a high standard of housekeeping is maintained.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and ensure correct storage.
• Ensure that stacking is neat, square and secure.
• Ensure the work area is neat and tidy at all times.
• Ensure waste on floors is cleaned before the end of the day and walkways are neat and tidy.
• Ensure pallet boards and pallets are removed timeously from pick levels and cold room.

Assist on Stock Count Preparations

• Assists to prepare the warehouse for the stock count.
• Ensure all damaged stock has been isolated and notes have been placed.
• Ensure easy access to product for counting purposes.
• Conduct daily stock counting as requested by the Warehouse Shift Controller.
• Report all problem stocks to the Shift Warehouse Controller.

Timekeeping

• Clock in and out at correct times.
• Keep overtime at a minimum.
• Report late coming to the Shift Warehouse Controller.

Occupational Health and Safety Compliance

• Observe compliance with the health and safety regulations / ISO requirements.
• Ensure a high level of housekeeping, fire and accident prevention, safe work practices.

Good Handling Practices

• Ensure loading and freezer door are kept closed.
• Ensure a glass free area by covering glass fixtures and not allowing cups and bottles near any product.

Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self- development.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Support and drive the business core values.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and "going beyond" to meet team targets and objectives.

Key Relationships

Internal

• Management.
• Warehouse teams.

External

• N/A

Qualifications
Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required for the Job

• Matric.

Skills and Competencies

• Willingness to be flexible in terms of working hours and times.
• Clean, tidy and punctual.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to cope well while under pressure & cold environments.
• Good attention for detail.
• Physically fit.

Vector Logistics supports the principles of Employment Equity and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with our Employment Equity Plan.

If you have not heard from us within 3 to 4 weeks after submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We truly appreciate your interest in joining the Vector team and encourage you to stay connected for future opportunities that may align with your skills and career journey.

We look forward to hearing from you