Turret Driver at Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken

Job Description

• The Turret Truck Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of turret trucks and other warehouse equipment to support the receiving, storage, replenishment, picking and movement of stock.
• The role is responsible for ensuring stock is handled accurately and safely, stored in the correct locations, replenished on time and picked according to system instructions and warehouse procedures. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Health, Safety & Equipment

• Complete daily pre-operational and safety inspections on turret trucks and warehouse equipment.
• Operate all equipment safely and responsibly.
• Wear the required PPE at all times.
• Follow all company health, safety, OHS policies, procedures and SOPs.
• Report equipment faults, accidents, incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Take proper care of warehouse equipment and report any damage or defects.
• Maintain a clean, safe and obstruction-free work area.

Stock Put-Away & Storage

• Safely receive and store stock in the correct warehouse locations.
• Complete stock put-away accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure stock is allocated to the correct bin locations.
• Follow FIFO/FEFO principles where applicable.
• Verify product codes, quantities and locations during stock movements.
• Handle products carefully to prevent damage, loss or contamination.
• Report incorrect, damaged or unsuitable storage locations.

Stock Replenishment

• Replenish picking locations from reserve stock as required.
• Prioritise replenishment tasks according to operational requirements.
• Complete replenishment within required timeframes.
• Ensure quantities, product codes and bin locations are accurate.
• Report stock shortages, discrepancies and location issues to the relevant supervisor.

Picking Operations

• Pick stock accurately according to system-generated instructions.
• Retrieve products from the correct bin locations.
• Verify product codes, descriptions and quantities.
• Check batch numbers and expiry dates where applicable.
• Handle products carefully to prevent damage.
• Meet required productivity and accuracy targets.
• Report stock discrepancies, damaged stock and picking issues promptly.

Inventory Control

• Assist with daily cycle counts and scheduled stock counts.
• Accurately identify and record stock quantities.
• Verify product codes, quantities and bin locations.
• Report and assist with investigating stock discrepancies.
• Support initiatives aimed at maintaining inventory accuracy.

General Warehouse Duties

• Follow all warehouse SOPs, work instructions, quality standards and food safety requirements.
• Assist with general warehouse activities as directed by the Warehouse Supervisor, HOD or DC Manager.
• Support the team in achieving daily operational targets.
• Maintain professional conduct and effective teamwork.
• Contribute to a safe, clean, efficient and productive warehouse environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in a warehouse or distribution centre environment.
• Valid turret truck licence/certification,
• Demonstrated ability to operate warehouse equipment safely.
• Basic knowledge of warehouse procedures and stock handling.
• Ability to read and follow picking, put-away and replenishment instructions.
• Willingness and ability to work shifts according to operational requirements.
• Physically capable of performing the duties associated with the position.
• Commitment to health, safety, housekeeping and company standards.