Join the RCL Foods Team as a Stores Clerk- Production in Benoni
Company: RCL Foods
Job Title: Stores Clerk- Production
Location: Benoni, Gauteng
Closing Date: 27 February 2026
Job Type: Permanent
Reference Number: RCL260219-1
RCL Foods is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Stores Clerk- Production to join our dynamic team at the Benoni Bakery. If you are passionate about procurement, stock control, and working in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. This position reports directly to the Recon Clerk and is integral to maintaining seamless production operations.
About RCL Foods
At RCL Foods, we are driven by a mission to do more. We are deeply committed to providing more food to more people, more often. Our success relies on the dedication of our people, and we are looking for a motivated individual to help us maintain the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency in our production supply chain.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for the Stores Clerk- Production role, candidates must meet the following criteria:
· Education: Grade 12 (Matric) is essential.
· Added Advantages: A formal tertiary qualification and a valid Driver’s Licence will be advantageous.
· Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience within an FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) environment is required.
· Compliance: Must be willing and able to ensure strict adherence to company food safety, health & safety, and COVID-19 guidelines.
· Flexibility: Successful candidates must be comfortable working shifts, including weekends (Sundays included), overtime, and public holidays as required by the operational schedule.
Key Responsibilities of the Stores Clerk- Production
As a Stores Clerk at our Benoi Bakery, you will be the gatekeeper of our raw materials. Your primary focus will be on internal procurement controls and stock management to ensure uninterrupted production. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
Stock Management and Control
· Maintain Production Flow: Proactively manage stock levels to guarantee continuous production runs without interruption.
· Stock Rotation: Implement and strictly adhere to the First In, First Out (FIFO) stock rotation principle to ensure optimal freshness and minimize waste.
· Re-ordering: Monitor stock levels and re-order raw materials according to the specific requirements of individual stock codes and production demands.
Goods Receiving and Dispatch
· Verification of Deliveries: Upon arrival of orders, meticulously check that all goods received correspond accurately with the original order, delivery note, and/or invoice.
· Documentation: Record the exact date and time of receipt on all relevant paperwork and sign off on documentation.
· Discrepancy Reporting: Identify and record any short deliveries or over-supplies directly on the order, invoice, and delivery note. These records must be signed by both the Storeman and the person responsible for the delivery.
· Returns Management: Process any goods returned to suppliers by completing a Goods Returned Note (GRN). This document must be signed by the Storeman and the individual collecting the goods.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
· Certificate of Conformance (COC): Ensure that all raw materials delivered are accompanied by a valid Certificate of Conformance.
· Verification and Filing: Verify that all material certificates match the identification of the materials received. Ensure these documents are correctly filed for audit and traceability purposes.
· Incoming Inspections: Conduct thorough checks on all incoming raw materials, ensuring all documentation is completed and signed before filing.
· Defective Material Handling:
· Ensure all defective raw materials are returned to suppliers immediately.
· Promptly inform all relevant internal and external role players about rejected materials.
· If raw materials are found to be rejected after delivery, immediately communicate with the supplier to arrange for upliftment.
· Strictly segregate all rejected raw and packaging materials, isolating them in the designated “On Hold” area to prevent accidental use in production.
Issuing and Security
· Controlled Issuing: Strictly control the issuing of raw materials to production and slicing departments, adhering to established systems and procedures.
· Access Control: Regulate and control access to the stores area for both suppliers and employees to maintain security and inventory accuracy.
Housekeeping and Safety
· Sanitized Environment: Maintain a clean and sanitized work area at all times.
· Housekeeping: Manage all housekeeping and handling activities within the produce area to ensure a safe and organized workspace.
· Safety Standards: Ensure full compliance with all company regulations, food safety protocols, and safety standards.
Why Join RCL Foods?
Joining the RCL Foods team at our Benoni Bakery means becoming part of a company that values passion, commitment, and excellence. You will play a crucial role in our supply chain, ensuring that our production team has the resources they need to create quality products for consumers across South Africa.
If you are a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to safety and efficiency, we encourage you to apply for the Stores Clerk- Production position.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now before the closing date.
RCL Foods is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will assist the company in achieving its employment equity targets.
This advertisement is purely for informational purposes and constitutes a job posting. RCL Foods reserves the right not to make an appointment.