Forklift Operator (Warehouse), Johannesburg

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manoeuvring forklifts safely in busy industrial environments
• Safely loading and unloading trucks
• Moving goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport
• Identifying damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
• Ensuring that forklift driving areas are free from spills or obstructions.
• Regularly checking forklift equipment for faults or damages
• Using industrial plastic wraps and wooden pallets to safely stack and package goods for transport.
• Keeping up to date on health and safety requirements and forklift operating procedures
• Consolidating partial pallets for incoming goods
QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:
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SKILLS
ACADEMIC / OTHER QUALIFICATION
• Matric
• Valid certification to operate forklifts
• Excellent Communication skills (Verbal and written)
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
• Proven experience as forklift operator
• Knowledge of SQAS would be advantageous
• Previous warehouse experience
• Hazardous materials training, as needed.
ABILITIES
• Use own initiative
• Ability to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines.
• Efficient individual with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Work with minimum or no supervision
• Team player
• Ability to work long hours and weekends when required
• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment
Own transport is required