Warehouse Chargehand

Our client is actively seeking a proactive and highly organized Warehouse Chargehand to join their busy operations in Bloemfontein, Free State. The ideal candidate will bring strong problem-solving skills and a deep commitment to work values and ethics. If you are a results-oriented professional with extensive operational experience in a warehouse or distribution facility, this is a great opportunity to lead and coordinate a dynamic team.

To succeed in this role and ensure seamless warehouse operations, candidates must possess the following key competencies and technical skills:

• Technical & Operational Expertise: Warehouse Operations, Distribution Facility Management, Inventory Management (FIFO), Stock Rotation, Stock Counts, Goods Receipt & Dispatch (Maize and Finished Products), Housekeeping & Safety Standards, and Logistics Coordination.
• Performance & Leadership Traits:
  • Problem-Solving & Proactivity: Strong ability to anticipate issues and implement proactive solutions to ensure seamless daily operations.
  • Organization & Results Orientation: A highly organized approach to achieving warehouse targets and maintaining meticulously accurate records.
  • Team Supervision & Training: Proven ability to supervise staff, train new workers on protocols, and coordinate effectively with both production and logistics teams.
  • Ethics & Values: A steadfast commitment to upholding company work ethics and safety standards.

Requirements & Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate or equivalent to NQF 4.
• Supervisory experience is essential.
• 5 Years of extensive operational experience within a warehouse or distribution facility.
• Valid RSA driver's license with own transport.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of warehouse staff to guarantee the timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of maize and finished products.
• Maintain highly accurate inventory records and ensure proper stock rotation utilizing the FIFO method.
• Ensure all goods are correctly labelled and stored, and assist in the safe loading and offloading of materials and finished goods.
• Implement and strictly maintain housekeeping and safety standards throughout the facility.
• Conduct regular stock counts and accurately report any discrepancies.
• Liaise closely with production and logistics teams to ensure seamless daily operations.
• Train new warehouse workers on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
• Consistently achieve set warehouse targets.

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