Stock Packer (Distribution Centre) – Fixed-Term

Every order that leaves this pharmaceutical warehouse in East London passes through your hands first. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

This post is East London-based, with most of your time spent at a pharmaceutical warehouse.

• Count stock during weekly cycle counts and month-end stock takes
• Scan every item so the system shows the right stock count
• Report damaged, short or expired items to the shift supervisor
• Unpack returned parcels and sort them into resell or write-off
• Keep aisles clear of plastic, cardboard and loose pallets
• Pack cartons, add fillers and seal them with tape guns
• Move pallets with a hand pallet jack to the dispatch lane

• You can read product codes and count accurately
• Happy to work shifts, weekends and public holidays in peak season
• South African ID or a valid work permit
• Grade 10 or higher; matric preferred
• Punctual, with reliable transport home after late shifts

• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half on weekdays
• Permanent appointment for reliable temps after peak season
• Chance to be trained on forklift after probation
• Staff canteen with subsidised meals

• Put your cellphone number and the area you live in at the very top of your CV. Warehouse recruiters phone fast and hire people close by.
• If you have done any stock counts, packing or even shelf work before, list it first. It shows you already know how to handle stock.