• Job Description

  Req#: R0062603

  Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is a global leader in the supply of equipment, tools, services, support and technical solutions for the mining and construction industry. We offer a diverse range of opportunities through our businesses and cross-border networks, enabling you to explore your potential and thrive.

  The Role

  Warehouse Operators x10

  Accounts for all materials and supplies in the store's facilities; audits goods received into the warehouse. Oversees receipt, storage and shipment of materials, and related reporting in accordance with established procedures. Prepares and coordinates schedules for shipping and receiving materials to control the flow of goods and regulate warehouse space. Ensures the effectiveness of operating procedures, space utilization, and maintenance and protection of facilities and equipment.

  Job Description

  1. ADHERES TO SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

  • Adheres to all relevant Sandvik Policies and Procedures.

  • Participates in safety improvement activities.

  • Sets highest standards of personal safety and demonstrates a proactive approach to building a sustainable safety culture within the warehouse.

  • Reports all accidents, incidents, and injuries immediately.

  2. EXECUTES WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS

  • Follows correct process in work area at all times to achieve set daily operational KPIs and to mitigate operational risks.

  • Uses correct tools and materials safely in executing operational processes e.g. forklift.

  • Completes daily inspections on equipment to ensure that equipment is safe to operate.

  • Reacts to process alarms and deviations in a timely manner.

  • Adheres to set quality standards and housekeeping rules.

  • Participates in continuous improvement projects.

  • Recommends and follows quality control techniques continuously.

  • Updates stock control registers in warehouse areas.

  • Completes detailed administrative data entry in Sandvik IT systems.

  • Reports any discrepancies with regard to inventory, safety and other anomalies.

  • Completes all the necessary documentation related to forklift operation e.g. daily pre- checks on MHE.

  Inbound:

  • Ensure that shipment verification is done before any goods are received into the warehouse.

  • Offload and stage shipment according to date received and different stockrooms.

  • Inspect shipment received according to removal documents and report any discrepancies on activity.

  • Stage inspected items for various Zones ready for Put-Away

  • Bin goods in the correct bin locations and report any discrepancy on binning on activity.

  • Report any failure to put-away to your team leader.

  • Any discrepancy has to be reported on activity.

  Outbound:

  • Ensure that goods are picked accurately and in a timely manner.

  • Report any failure to pick or deviation during picking on activity to your team leader.

  • Stage trolleys according to correct criticality after the picking process has been completed.

  • Pack orders according to order criticality and the correct packing requirements based on items picked.

  • Ensure that label pasting is correct, and staging is done before handover.

  • Assist in accurately and methodically preparing shipping/export documentation for relevant orders.

  • Handover of goods to third party in an accurate and timely manner.

  • Report any discrepancies on activity to your team leader.

  • Handles customer queries when requested to sort out relevant issues.

  Inventory:

  • Has a basic understanding of inventory and stock control.

  • Must be able to participate in site counts as and when requested.

  • Ensure that inventory stored in the warehouse is kept at an acceptable level (Housekeeping) report and at times investigate stock discrepancies which will be assigned to you.

  • Makes recommendations for the undertaking of discrepancy investigations and implements corrective actions as requested.

  • Troubleshoots missing items and escalates to supervisor or line management.

  Your profile

  • Grade 12 or equivalent qualification

  • Warehousing and inventory control in a mining environment

  • Valid code 10 driver’s license

  • Forklift License

  Candidate should be in accordance with company’s value system the following behavior should be displayed:

  • Sandvik’s interest always at priority

  • Positive attitude

  • Encourage new ideas

  • Equal opportunities

  • Accuracy of records

  • Serve internal & external customers with passion

  • Respect and trust

  • Partnership with customers

  • Leadership

  • Good communication skills

  • Adherence to company policy and procedure

  • Good health

  • Uphold safety culture.

  • Adheres to safety and environment policies and procedures.

  Contract Duration:

  6 Months Fixed Term Contract.

  How to apply

  Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers

  Applications close: 31 December 2023

  Please note that, in Line with our EE Plan, HDSA (Historically disadvantaged South African) candidates will be given first preference. Should you not receive any response from us within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful; we however thank you for your interest in our company. In Line with our EE Plan, HDSA (Historically disadvantaged South African) candidates will be given first preference.

  Please note that you must be physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment including meeting all customer vaccination requirements. Attach vaccination certificate to application.

  We offer an interesting role in an international business environment as well as opportunities for professional development. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers.

• About the company

  Sandvik AB is a Swedish multinational engineering company with operations within tools and tooling systems for metal cutting, additive manufacturing, equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries, produ...

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