Receiving Clerk

Description:

My client,based in Somerset West, who specializes in the manufacture of Food Products, is seeking to employ a Receiving Clerk to join their team. If you are a dedicated employee with a passion for logistics and stock control support, we encourage you to apply! Receiving Clerk Core Functions:

• Receive incoming stock (including raw ingredients, (perishables & non-perishables), packaging materials, dry ice, etc.)
• Accurately verify quantities and condition of goods against supplier delivery notes and internal purchase orders
• Maintain proper documentation and file records meticulously
• Label and move stock into designated storage areas according to our systems
• Flag and escalate discrepancies or quality concerns immediately

Secondary Responsibilities:
Stock Control / Inventory Support:

• Conduct weekly and monthly stock takes across both frozen and dry goods
• Work with operations and finance to ensure accurate stock capturing
• Identify variances and assist with root-cause investigations
• Keep stock areas clean, orderly and audit-ready at all times

Logistics & Packing Assistance (Frozen Food Division):

• Support the Frozen Food Business Manager in preparing insulated shipping containers
• Ensure correct dry ice quantities are packed per shipping requirements
• Follow strict SOPs on timing, temperature control and labelling for frozen orders
• Help stage outgoing orders accurately and on schedule for courier pickups

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Rock-solid reliability — on time, every time
• High attention to detail — counting errors cost us money and reputation
• Process-driven mindset — no shortcuts, follow the method
• Strong work ethic — we’re a small team, and every person matters
• Physically capable — role includes lifting cartons, moving stock and working in cold environments
• Computer Literate - Must be proficient in computer tools like spreadsheets and data capturing

Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience in food manufacturing, warehouse, or receiving roles
• Exposure to HACCP, FIFO stock management, or cold chain logistics

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:00 – 17:00)

Requirements:

• Receive incoming stock (including raw ingredients, (perishables & non-perishables), packaging materials, dry ice, etc.)
• Accurately verify quantities and condition of goods against supplier delivery notes and internal purchase orders
• Maintain proper documentation and file records meticulously
• Label and move stock into designated storage areas according to our systems
• Flag and escalate discrepancies or quality concerns immediately

• Conduct weekly and monthly stock takes across both frozen and dry goods
• Work with operations and finance to ensure accurate stock capturing
• Identify variances and assist with root-cause investigations
• Keep stock areas clean, orderly and audit-ready at all times

• Support the Frozen Food Business Manager in preparing insulated shipping containers
• Ensure correct dry ice quantities are packed per shipping requirements
• Follow strict SOPs on timing, temperature control and labelling for frozen orders
• Help stage outgoing orders accurately and on schedule for courier pickups

• Rock-solid reliability — on time, every time
• High attention to detail — counting errors cost us money and reputation
• Process-driven mindset — no shortcuts, follow the method
• Strong work ethic — we’re a small team, and every person matters
• Physically capable — role includes lifting cartons, moving stock and working in cold environments
• Computer Literate - Must be proficient in computer tools like spreadsheets and data capturing

• Prior experience in food manufacturing, warehouse, or receiving roles
• Exposure to HACCP, FIFO stock management, or cold chain logistics