Forklift Driver (Boksburg) needed at Tiger Brands

Job Description

• A Warehouse Reach Truck Operator’s job functions are related to shifting of goods and material from one place to the other. This operator is also involved in loading and unloading processes as well as sorting and systematic handling of supplies. The Reach Truck Operator is also accountable for daily inspections on his vehicle as well as ensuring that he has a valid license..

Responsibilities

• Operate the forklift according to the SOP’s
• Adhere to stacking rules and regulations
• Work in a systematic and organised manner
• Assisting in identifying appropriate Corrective Action where necessary
• Report on wastage
• Conduct necessary checks / inspections on the forklift
• Rectify and report all deviations to Supervisor
• Ensure that all Safety Regulations are adhered to / report any unsafe practices / hazards to Supervisor
• Adhere to Personal + Factory Standards in respect of hygiene
• Ensure equipment + work area is clean
• Basic Forklift maintenance
• Adhere to HACCP and BRC principles
• Assisting in making up pallets of goods and materials to either dispatch or hand over to production.
• Inspecting incoming deliveries as per the SOP, and ensure correct goods are off loaded and signed for.
• Assist with stock counts and CHEP pallet counts.
• Stack newly received goods as per Warehouse Controller instructions.

Qualifications
Key Professional Competencies

• Core knowledge – Health, Safety and Risk Policy & Procedures, Awareness of the safety and official procedures for handling goods and supplies, Be aware of Environmental Policy and work in accordance to the Policy.

Key foundational competencies 

• Academic – Matric / equivalent, Problem solving, Decision making, Valid Forklift License
• Leadership – Leading with Integrity and respect, Thinking innovation, Taking the Tiger perspective, Staying a Step-Ahead, Ability to manage time and meet set targets and deadlines.
• Personal Effectiveness – Effective written & communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Integrity, Continuous learning, ability to efficiently coordinate work with co-workers

Experience

• Function –> 5 years experience with operational exposure / 5 years working experience on high speed packaging machines
• Industry – FMCG logistics experience