To assist the Packing Plant & Dispatch operations through the safe and efficient operation of forklifts, ensuring movement, handling, stacking and storage of materials and finished products in accordance with production and dispatch requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist Operator Support & Dispatch Clerks
Assist to load bags and pallets to and from production.
Operate forklifts of varying capacities, including forklifts with rated lifting capacities of up to 10 tonnes.
Safely handle and transport loads using extended forks (approximately 2.5 meters), ensuring proper load positioning, stability and control.
Stack and arrange pallets, bags and materials neatly, evenly and in straight, stable lines.
Demonstrate the ability to stack and position materials independently, without continuous supervision, while maintaining safe stacking practices.
Assist in various operations departments.
Ensure empty bags and pallets are ready for production.
Housekeeping - Cleaning and reworks
Complete forklift checklist
Conduct routine pre-operational inspections and immediately report and defects or unsafe operating conditions

Other:

Perform any other related duties in the interest of CEMZA as instructed.
Work according to Integrated (Environmental and Quality) Management System requirements.
Work according to Instructions / Procedures as pertaining to his/her operation function as assigned and abide by all legal (laws/by-laws) requirements / Company Policies and Practices

Qualification & Experience

Skills

Communication skills.
Competent forklift operating and handling skills
Ability to safely handle heavy loads
Ability to stack pallets and materials accurately, neatly and in straight lines
Ability to operate forklifts with extended forks
Ability to work independently and perform stacking and material-handling duties without continuous supervision.
Good special awareness and judgement when handling and positioning loads.
Strong understanding of forklift safety and load stability.

Forklift Operator