Jobs at VKB Group

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level equivalent.
• Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management/ Logistics.
• Minimum of 5 years’ warehousing experience.
• Supervisory experience within a poultry abattoir environment.
• Experience within the FMCG/ Food Industry preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft office (incl. Advanced Excel).
• CB - Code B driver’s license/ own reliable transport.
• Willingness to work shift and overtime including on weekends and public holidays.

Duties and responsibilities

• Ensure trucks are loaded as per GFC policy and procedure.
• Compilation of necessary documentation including dispatch fracturing and weigh bridge ticket.
• Daily stock report to management.
• Stock-take as required by management.
• Liaise with internal departments on an ongoing basis to ensure quality service and products.
• Ensure cases/ pallets per square meter targets are met.
• Ensure warehouse layout is optimized through correct placing of stock/ goods.
• Ensure products are picked and dispatched to ensure delivery schedule times are achieved.
• Continuous stock-control to limit financial losses.
• Ensure inventory accuracy is maintained.
• Demonstrate leadership skills, motivation and conflict resolution.
• Mentor and coach subordinates.
• Manage the performance of subordinates and discipline in the workplace.
• Identify training and development needs for staff members.
• Give input into the recruitment and selection of staff members.
• Monitor overtime levels in the workplace and authorize as needed.
• Ensure the adherence to completion of all documentation accurately and in full within own shift.

Range - Documents include, but are not limited to:

• Staff overtime sheets
• Stock control Sheets
• Forklift Pre-shift check sheets
• Supervisor check sheets
• Customer service sheet
• Production planning – fresh
• Loading Information Papers
• CHEP Control
• Real register controls
• Complete and/ or update the prescribed reports and/ or documentation manually or on a computer system.
• Ensure that all credits are processed accurately according to the SOP.
• Monitor costs by analysing cost allocations, identifying discrepancies and implementing cost saving strategies.

Range - Major costs include, but are not limited to:

• Overtime
• Material Handling Equipment utilization
• Delays
• Held overs
• Returns
• Analyse and report on monthly deviations and costs.
• Give input to Warehouse & Logistics Manager during compilation of annual budgets.
• Put strategies in place to ensure optimal delivery schedule of the various customer accounts.
• Provide input into management meetings.
• Provide input into the compilation of Service Level Agreements.
• Ensure service levels are maintained in accordance with SLA.
• Provide slow moving/ obsolete reports to Manager to manage these items in the warehouse.
• Ensure continuous supplier/ sales department/ client communication and feedback.

Range - Communication and feedback include, but is not limited to:

• Daily, weekly, monthly & quarterly reports
• Sales meetings with GFC sales team
• Performance Reviews of own line reports
• Client satisfaction questionnaires at different levels
• Help resolve customer complaints.
• Implement continuous improvements to improve both efficiencies as well as services given to customers.
• Identify cost saving initiatives without compromising services provided.
• Identify remedial actions whenever service levels are being compromised.
• Ensure legal compliance within the warehouse.
• Assist with information on accident/ incident investigations as per SOP.
• Identify remedial actions to improve safety in the warehouse.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ standards at all times.
• Any other duties as may be required by management.

Skills Required

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Logical thinker
• Solutions-driven
• Technical-minded
• People Management skills
• Good communication skills
• Good reporting skills
• Good planning skills
• Strong administration skills
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure

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Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• At least x1 year previous supervisory experience.
• Previous relevant experience will be a definite advantage.
• A Mechanic-related/ technical course preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a semi-skilled artisan/ assistant.
• Mechanical background with respect to tractors/ farm equipment.
• Must be computer literate.
• C1 Driver’s License with PDP.
• Willingness to work overtime incl. shifts, weekends/ holidays when required.

Duties and responsibilities

• To continuously liaise with farm managers and internal departments on an ongoing basis to ensure quality services and products.
• Drive the company vehicle transporting the team safely to and from work, and between various farm chicken houses once the cleaning is complete.
• Manage the day-to-day activities and out-puts of the team.
• Ensure clean overalls for the team are received daily from the abattoir.
• Ensure PPE is worn at the start of every shift (work overalls for private clothes).
• Optimize labour to ensure all personnel are utilized effectively.
• Mentor and train all employees to establish and maintain standards, best practices, and processes.
• Supervise and identify training needs to optimize skills set of the team.
• Support and advises all staff on the execution of their tasks.
• Ensure that all staff is working according to safety regulations.
• Continuously monitor and minimise damage to buildings during the litter removal process to prevent possible financial losses.
• Ensure all Operators licences are valid and ensure early renewal.
• Performs work inspections and checks for completeness of tasks.
• Ensure all litter/ manure is removed from all chicken houses.
• Ensure that mortalities are removed from the building with the farm manager before litter is removed.
• Go through the building before litter is removed and point out any damage to the farm manager and record it on the dry clean check list.
• After every building’s litter have been removed, go through the building with the farm manager for any damage caused and report same to the GFC office to get a CCR number.
• Complete the dry clean checklist with the farm manager before and after the buildings’ litter has been removed.
• Ensure all litter/ manure is loaded on vehicles for safe removal.
• Ensure that the telescopic units do not get too close to the sides of the building and damage property.
• Complete all documentation accurately and in full on a daily basis - Range: Documents include, but are not limited to:
• Supervisor check sheets
• Vehicle/ equipment check sheets
• Maintenance and Repair Job Cards
• Diesel usage Reports
• End-of-shift Report
• Staff overtime sheets
• Monthly mechanical repair reports
• Service records and schedules of repairs done onsite
• Complete the required checklists daily and submit to the Admin Office.
• Report all faults and dangers on the premises to line manager.
• Complete and/or update the prescribed reports and/or documentation.
• Ensure all staff follow the rules on each farm such as security
• Ensure staff conduct themselves according to the company code of conduct when interacting with other farm personnel.

Mechanical Responsibilities:

• Examine and conduct daily inspections on all farm equipment under your care, and identify problems and repairs needed.
• Complete the required mechanical work order/s, detailing what must be done, what parts/spares must be used, and the time required to complete the repairs.
• Ensure there are sufficient spares and tools available for repairs needed to be done by yourself.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and equipment.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Note wear patterns and make maintenance recommendations.
• Ensure vehicle/equipment safety procedures are followed to avoid damage to engine components.
• Operate equipment and carry out all duties in a safe manner.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance checks on equipment according to the relevant standard operating procedure.
• Ensure all repairs are carried out according to procedures and OEM standards.
• Conduct quality checks (QA) by retesting equipment to ensure problem has been repaired.
• Maintain a tool register for all tools used in the repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide mechanical expertise and assistance to employees within your team.
• Arrange for immediate repairs of all faults outside your scope on equipment.
• Scheduled maintenance by the workshop must be done timeously on all equipment.
• Keep accurate and detailed records of preventative maintenance checks and repairs completed by yourself.
• Continuously comply with Health and safety legislation in order to prevent injuries.
• Any other duties as may be required by management.

 Skills Required

• Good mathematical/ analytical skills.
• Organisation and Coordination skills.
• People Management and development skills.
• Understand and able to apply Labour Relations Procedures.
• Good communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good reporting skills.
• Good planning skills.
• Problem solver.
• Team player.
• Be self-motivated, enthusiastic and trustworthy.
• Able to work under pressure.

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Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory role will serve as recommendation.
• 2 - 4 years experience
• Grade 12/ NQF 4.
• Must be willing to work overtime
• Clear Criminal Record
• Proficient in the MS Office package.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the production process and limit the production of non-conforming product that can lead to losses.
• Receive daily stock of raw material, pre-mixes and packaging bags according to production schedule.
• Prepare provisional production schedule 3 days in advance, considering existing stock levels.
• If deviation in orders occur, re-schedule production accordingly.
• Verify raw materials according to recipes, quantities, schedule and different product ranges.
• Continuously monitor efficiencies of personnel and equipment.
• Monitor adherence to planned maintenance standards and schedule down times accordingly.
• Perform weekly inventory counts and reconcile deviations.
• Ensure that production process from raw material to finished product is in accordance with quality and food safety specifications and standards.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements as per standards and procedures.

Skills

• Persuasive communication
• MS Office Package with a strong focus on Excel
• Leadership
• Ability to work under pressure
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Planning and scheduling
• Managing Performance
• Result Orientation
• Decisiveness

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Job Function

• Responsible for operating a Bobcat and similar machines, moving products in a safe and secure manner. Ensure safety compliance and standards are always maintained

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate
• Minimum 1-2 experience in a similar role
• Valid driver's license (Code B) for Bobcat / Skid-Steer / tractor / Front-end Loader/ Forklift
• Must be willing to work overtime
• Clear Criminal Record

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and inspections on Bobcat;
• Provide general Support;
• Safe and correct shipping of products;
• Responsible for neatness and cleaning of bobcat;
• Scoop, lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and to load trucks or railcars:
• Provide general assistance and AD-Hoc tasks as required
• Ensure safety standards are adhere to;
• Act as ambassador for GWK Farm Foods.

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Job Description

• Provide general assistance to facility.

Requirements

• Min Grade 10 certificate
• Minimum 1-2 experience in a similar role
• Must be willing to work overtime
• Clear Criminal Record

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent service delivery;
• Perform loading / bagging / storage and other relevant tasks with regards to products;
• Driving of tractor when required to do so
• Perform cleaning services;
• Perform ad hoc tasks as needed;
• Act as GWK ambassador and a good team player.  

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Job Description

• Mainly assists with general work and drives a heavy vehicle to and from different destinations to collect and deliver goods.

Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF4
• Code EC licence with PDP is essential
• Previous experience in a similar role will serve as recommendation

Skilled Required

• Good communication skills
• Good client service
• Thorough, precise and accurate
• Constantly adding value to the current functions of the job

Duties and Responsibilities

• General duties as prescribed by supervisor
• Occasionally transport en deliver goods according to instructions and prescribed routes
• Other applicable functions as applied in the industry

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Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF 4 with Math and Science as subjects
• Completed N2: Millwright (Math, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing and Plater Trade Theory)
• High fault finding and problem solving skills
• Keen interest in the FMCG and Agriculture sectors
• Must have a valid Drivers license
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Willing to work overtime and perform standby duties when required
• Ability to function independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to identify and solve problems 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, test and commission electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment and systems in the plant as well as work on electrical distribution and reticulation equipment
• Manufacture, fit and repair machine components and related equipment
• Reduce Breakdowns and ensure maximum equipment availability
• Fault finding on mechanical and electrical equipment
• Perform Preventative Maintenance tasks on mechanical and electrical equipment in the plant