Forklift Driver: Feitoria - Nandos

Job Description

Load & unload products using a forklift and ensure that all raw materials, packaging and finished goods are transported, stored and handled safely within the required standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

DISPATCH USING FORKLIFT

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• Liaise with colleagues ensuring continuity of OEE and carry out effective handovers both verbally and in writing to the next shift.

• Check the daily shift plan and production plan, and verify tasks required for the shift.

• Fill in the required documents for audit purposes and clarify possible discrepancies to the auditors.

• Make sure that the forklift is in working condition, conduct the applicable checks and record required details on the check list.

• Scan pallets and input details on SAP, making sure SAP transactions are completed within the stipulated timeframes, with precision and accuracy.

• Wrap the pallets using the wrapping machine and stack the pallets in the correct order.

• Replenish the required materials according to production requirements and orders.

• Create space for the forklift to operate properly and stack material in the storage area and the production line.

• Communicate with packers on completion of the production line and collect pallets.

• Load & unload product onto shunting vehicles, as and when required, to enable the smooth operation and supply of raw materials and packaging to the factories.

• Uphold the integrity of products being handled and ensure that the highest standards are maintained during transportation of product.

• Handle all materials in accordance with the company's guidelines and specifications and distribute/ collect timeously to/ from internal customers to meet production requirements.
• Ensure the scanning of finished product in a pallet is correctly done with BB, Batch and PO verified on the SAP system
• Ensure daily forklift check sheets are completed and signed off
• Report any forklift issues to the team leader
• Ensure continuous removal of finished product on the floor to the warehouse

QUALITY CHECKS

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• Adhere to health and safety regulations, ensuring that work is within ‘safe systems of work’ including all types of mobile pallet moving equipment.

• Carry out any required quality checks and monitor the correct products are dispatched.

• Complete all necessary Production and Quality documentation, including OEE% information.

• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures, carrying out duties following Good Manufacturing Practices, 5S practices, and assume responsibility for hygiene and housekeeping in a specified work area.

• Adhere to health and safety regulations, ensuring adherence to PPE regulations while working within a safe working environment.

• Ensure full compliance with Company Quality, Food Safety, Health & Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Have a flexible approach to work and carry out alternative duties, such as packing, as and when required.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL

• Basic numeracy and literacy

• Able to work in a team

• Excellent attention to detail

• Flexible approach to working

• Positive and enthusiastic attitude towards work and colleagues

Minimum Requirements

• HGV/Forklift Class 2 license
• Grade 12
• Warehousing experience of 2 years