Dispatch and Quality Control / Hyster Driver
Durban, KwaZulu Natal
Posted more than 30 days ago
- Company:
- AFRISOURCE STAFFING SOLUTIONS
- Company Description:
- Afri Source Staffing Solutions is a recruitment agency that has your company's best interests at heart. Afri Source opened its office in Southgate Business Park specifically to serve the needs of both job candidates and clients in the South of Durban and are passionate about grassroots community networking and development. In order to achieve perfect synergy, Afri-Source strives to form partnerships with companies that enlist their services enabling them to get to know the business culture of the organisation in order to be able to find the best candidates that best fit your organisation. The emphasis at Afri-Source is on personalized attention in all their dealings with both clients and candidates. Afri-Source offer two lines of service focusing on commercial and industrial placements, as well as contract management including general workers, all codes of drivers, reach truck drivers, forklift drivers, semi skilled, artisans, office and warehousing staff on a contract basis. Our team constantly strives to provide a friendly, effective and efficient service to make the recruitment processes as smooth as possible. Afri-Source Staffing Solutions focuses on the Recruitment of quality staff in the following fields: Office Support Accounts Sales Management Marketing Engineering Logistics Production Manufacturing
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 2 years
- Education Level:
- Grade 10
- Gender:
- Any
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Dispatch Operations:
Coordinate and oversee the dispatch of goods and materials according to delivery schedules.
Prepare shipping documents, such as invoices, packing lists, and shipping labels.
Ensure accurate and timely loading of trucks and delivery vehicles.
Forklift Operation:
Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move materials within the warehouse or distribution center.
Safely stack and organize products in storage areas using the forklift.
Perform routine maintenance checks on the forklift and report any maintenance issues.
Stock Taking and Inventory Management:
Assist with regular stock-taking activities to maintain accurate inventory records.
Count and verify stock levels, identify discrepancies, and report findings to supervisors.
Help maintain organized storage areas and ensure proper labelling of inventory.
Quality Control:
Inspect incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy and quality.
Report any damaged or defective items to supervisors and follow established procedures for handling discrepancies.
Health and Safety Compliance:
Adhere to safety protocols and procedures while operating the forklift and performing dispatch tasks.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment to ensure a safe and efficient workplace.
SHE Rep will be a big advantage.
Qualifications and Skills:
Proven experience as a dispatch or warehouse assistant, with forklift driving experience.
Valid forklift operator certification (Forklift License).
Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently, with good maneuvering skills.
Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail for accurate stock-taking and inventory management.
Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
Physically fit and capable of lifting and moving heavy objects.
Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, and dispatch procedures.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Education and Experience:
Grade 10
Previous experience in dispatch, warehouse, or logistics roles is preferred.
Training in forklift operation and warehouse management is an advantage.