Warehouse Picker Opportunity at Amrod
Job Description
Amrod is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented individual to join their warehouse operations team as a Warehouse Picker in Woodmead. This role plays a critical operational part in the daily supply chain cycle, directly influencing client satisfaction through prompt, orderly, and highly accurate order fulfilment. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced distribution facility using modern inventory management tools to process client orders seamlessly.
As a key member of the floor staff, you will ensure high standards of stock movement and inventory control across multiple product categories. Working in an organized logistics hub requires maintaining productivity metrics while prioritizing inventory security, product condition, and team safety at all times.
Key Responsibilities & Core Duties
- Accurately pick, pack, and verify orders according to barcode scanners and picking manifests.
- Consistently meet and exceed weekly productivity and quality assurance targets set by management.
- Carefully inspect items before packing to prevent dispatch of defective or damaged goods.
- Package orders securely using appropriate materials to eliminate damage during transit.
- Operate RF scanners and interface with internal Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) efficiently.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping practices in allocated zones to ensure an unobstructed working environment.
- Strictly adhere to company occupational health and safety standards, including compulsory PPE compliance.
- Support cross-departmental operations and warehouse duties whenever operationally required.
Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes
The ideal applicant possesses exceptional physical stamina, a keen eye for detail, and a strong sense of urgency in high-volume settings. Candidates must be reliable team players who embrace structured workflows, follow precise instructions, and show proactive problem-solving abilities. Willingness to work flexible schedules, extended shifts, and weekend overtime during peak production volumes is essential.
Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression
Working within Amrod's advanced logistics infrastructure provides practical exposure to industrial Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and RF scanning technology. High-performing warehouse personnel gain broad supply chain competence, opening future advancement opportunities into supervisory roles, inventory controlling, stock quality analysis, or outbound dispatch operations.
Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)
The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for an entry-level warehouse picker or general logistics worker role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R4,500 – R8,000 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.
How to Apply & Submission Guidelines
Interested applicants meeting the specified requirements must submit their credentials through the designated recruitment portal using the official application link. Ensure that an updated CV demonstrating relevant warehouse or dispatch experience is attached before submitting.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent secondary qualification.
- Minimum of two (2) years of working experience in a warehouse or similar logistics environment.
- Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), with exposure to Scale WMS or Amtrack preferred.
- Proficiency in operating RF hand-held scanning equipment.
- Basic computer literacy is an advantageous asset.
- Proven ability to perform repetitive physical tasks accurately under strict deadlines.
- Full availability to work overtime, extended shift patterns, and weekends as operationally required.
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