Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Work Level: Junior
Salary: Market Related
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent
Experience Required: At least 1 year in a warehouse, picking, packing, or a similar role
A company based in Kempton Park is looking for a reliable and hardworking Picker and Packer to join its warehouse operations team. This permanent opportunity is ideal for candidates who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, have excellent attention to detail, and are committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety, and teamwork.
The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring customer orders are picked correctly, packed securely, and prepared for dispatch while supporting daily warehouse activities.
Job Purpose
The Picker and Packer will be responsible for selecting products accurately according to customer orders, packing items safely, organizing warehouse stock, and assisting with general warehouse operations. The role also requires strict compliance with workplace health and safety standards and company procedures.
Key Responsibilities
As part of the warehouse team, your daily duties may include:
- Accurately selecting products according to customer picking lists.
- Checking that the correct products and quantities have been picked before packing.
- Completing warehouse documentation accurately and reporting any discrepancies.
- Packing products securely to prevent damage during storage and transportation.
- Preparing orders for dispatch and ensuring they are ready for collection or delivery.
- Loading products onto delivery vehicles according to company procedures.
- Organizing stock neatly within designated warehouse locations.
- Maintaining proper stacking and storage practices.
- Assisting with receiving incoming deliveries.
- Loading and unloading products from trucks and containers.
- Participating in regular stock counts and inventory checks.
- Keeping the warehouse clean by sweeping floors, removing waste, and maintaining tidy work areas.
- Assisting other departments whenever operational requirements demand additional support.
- Accompanying delivery drivers to customer sites when assistance is required with loading or offloading goods.
- Driving company vehicles where required, provided you hold a valid driver’s licence and comply with road safety regulations.
- Delivering professional customer service during warehouse and delivery activities.
Health, Safety and Quality Responsibilities
Employees in this position are expected to contribute to a safe working environment by:
- Following all occupational health and safety procedures.
- Wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Reporting unsafe conditions, accidents, or incidents immediately.
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse.
- Supporting quality management and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Following all company policies and operational procedures.
- Helping maintain high service standards for both internal and external customers.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 (Matric) or an equivalent qualification.
- A minimum of one year’s experience in a warehouse or similar operational environment.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations accurately.
- Practical understanding of warehouse processes and inventory handling.
- Knowledge of general warehouse safety practices.
- Familiarity with quality management principles or ISO-related procedures will be advantageous.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong organisational skills.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure.
- Good time management skills.
- Physical ability to perform manual warehouse duties.
- Dependability and reliability.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Commitment to delivering quality work consistently.
- Ability to meet daily productivity targets while maintaining accuracy.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build a long-term career within warehouse and logistics operations. Employees gain valuable experience in inventory control, warehouse administration, order fulfilment, dispatch preparation, and workplace safety. Candidates with strong work ethics, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn will be well positioned to grow within the business.
Job Summary
- Position: Picker and Packer
- Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Work Level: Junior
- Salary: Market Related
- Qualification: Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a similar warehouse role
If you have experience in warehouse operations, enjoy working in a hands-on environment, and are committed to accuracy, safety, and excellent service, this Picker and Packer opportunity in Kempton Park could be the right next step in your career.