Introduction

Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY)Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.

Job Description

To engage in operating a power-driven mobile hoist or fork-lift with a lifting capacity exceeding 6 000 kg used in the loading, unloading, moving or stacking of goods and/ or pallets, but does not include an internal motor vehicle in alignment with predefined work objectives (as per agreed standard operating procedures). 

Job requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
• Forklift Licence is required.
• A clear criminal record is a must.
• At least 1 year experience as Forklift driver in a similar environment.
• Position is based in a fast-paced plant manufacturing/ warehouse setting.
• Exposed to loud noise, moving machinery and production equipment.
• Exposed to extreme temperatures and dust.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime including shifts and weekends when required.

Duties and responsibilities

• Conduct daily forklift inspections and follow safe forklift operating procedures.
• Pre-inspection of forklift and completion of forklift checklist before start of shift.
• Assist truck driver/s by ensuring that vehicles are unloaded in a timely manner.
• Operate forklift to assist team members in picking, staging, loading, unloading, rotation, and storage of product.
• Assist to repack sales orders and loading orders.
• Immediately report all damage and shrinkage as per Company Policy.
• Requires flexibility with schedule including break times when needed.
• Perform any other duties as may be required by management.

Skills and Abilities required

• Good communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent client service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to function independently and in a team.

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
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