Shift Supervisor Cold Storage â€“ Athlone

Western Cape
Salary: R18 000.00 - R20 000.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Business Management Manufacturing
Reference: CPT001108/JA

Apply before Jun 14 2026 | 26 Days left

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

Our client is seeking a Shift Supervisor to support daily warehouse operations in the distribution centre. The role involves assisting with stock control to minimise cold store variances, ensuring effective cold chain management, and maintaining product integrity. It also includes supervising cold store staff to ensure proper operational control and building strong relationships with internal stakeholders to support overall business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and manage staff schedules (weekends/public holidays) within budget, with required approvals
Supervise workforce to reduce time theft, fraud, and improve timekeeping accuracy
Coordinate daily staff activities to ensure roles are executed effectively
Train and develop employees to build a multi-skilled team
Conduct quarterly performance assessments in line with HR policies
Enforce disciplinary procedures consistently
Ensure compliance with OSHA and workplace safety requirements
Conduct regular spot checks on product handling, stacking, and storage practices
Oversee cold store operations to minimize theft, shrinkage, damage, and waste
Manage stock rotation (FIFO) and identify short-dated stock early to reduce losses
Verify expiry dates on picked goods and account for all stock wastage/breakages
Monitor and record cold room temperatures (4°C–7°C) and maintain compliance logs
Ensure vehicle refrigeration units are functioning (set around 2°C) before loading
Protect cold chain integrity at all times (no exposure of products to warm conditions)
Prevent loading of damaged stock and report issues immediately
Supervise loading operations to ensure accuracy, compliance with pick lists, and route schedules
Prevent overloading and make adjustments to ensure legal compliance
Perform random temperature checks on loaded products
Secure vehicles after verification of stock, documentation, and signatures
Maintain clean, organized cold store and loading areas (“clean as you go” zero-tolerance policy)
Ensure daily cleaning checklists are completed and hygiene standards are maintained
Comply with food safety, hygiene, and quality SOPs and legislation requirements
Ensure staff receive proper induction training on food safety, hygiene, and quality
Complete all operational records and reports accurately and on time
Participate in internal audits and implement corrective actions
Report and escalate unsafe conditions or incidents under SHE/OHS requirements
Maintain safety training compliance for all staff
Ensure departmental safety performance meets target (DIFR < 1)

Requirements:

Grade 12 or Equivalent
Forklift license (valid)
Basic Supervisor Qualification
1 years’ experience in FMCG Warehouse environment
3 years of experience working in a supervisory capacity
Computer literate, experience in working with warehouse systems.

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