Material Handler | Brackenfell | Cape Town

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join our dynamic team in the Wine industry . Based in Brackenfell , Cape Town you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials and products throughout our warehouse operations.

• Ensure correct bin and SKU placement during put-away activities.
• Support inventory accuracy and warehouse replenishment processes.
• Assist with cycle counts and stock verification activities.
• Ensure accuracy of bins, SKUs, and stock records.
• Report discrepancies identified during stock counts immediately.
• Support inventory control and audit readiness.
• Ensure company-issued smart devices remain in good working condition.
• Report faulty scanners or smart devices immediately.
• Complete scanner registers and inspection sheets accurately.
• Ensure material handling equipment inspection sheets are completed and signed.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe warehouse environment.
• Ensure work areas and operational spaces remain free from obstructions.
• Follow housekeeping procedures and warehouse cleanliness standards.
• Support warehouse audit readiness through consistent housekeeping practices.
• Follow warehouse HSE procedures and operational safety requirements at all times.
• Report near misses, incidents, accidents, or unsafe conditions immediately.
• Wear required PPE correctly during warehouse activities.
• Support compliance with safety audits and operational standards.
• Use Warehouse Management Systems and smart devices accurately.
• Follow scanner instructions and system prompts correctly.
• Maintain accurate warehouse scanning and stock movement records.
• Escalate system or equipment issues promptly.
• Participate in all required training and development activities.
• Maintain knowledge of warehouse procedures, stock movement, and material handling techniques.
• Apply feedback to improve operational performance and accuracy.
• Support teamwork and operational continuity through collaboration.
• Ensure adherence to warehouse health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Maintain safe working practices during all material handling activities.
• Participate in HSE reporting and compliance activities where required.
• Support a safe warehouse operating environment.
• Follow warehouse work instructions and SOPs consistently.
• Support supply chain audit readiness and inventory integrity.
• Ensure operational tasks comply with warehouse standards and procedures.
• Escalate procedural deviations or operational risks immediately.

Experience and Qualifications

• Grade 12, including knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems.
• 1–3 years' warehouse experience within an FMCG environment with valid Forklift, Reach Truck, and Ride-On equipment licences.
• 3+ years' warehouse experience within an FMCG environment.
• Warehouse Management Systems, warehouse layouts, material handling techniques, quality management, and safety management.
• Numeracy, literacy, teamwork, communication, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
• Valid right to work in South Africa