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Job Title: General Worker
Company: RAM
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
RAM is seeking a reliable and hardworking General Worker to support its daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced FMCG environment. This position is suited to an individual who is physically fit, works well as part of a team, and can contribute to the smooth and efficient handling of stock and warehouse activities.
The successful candidate will assist with a range of general warehouse duties, including receiving and storing stock, picking and packing orders, loading and offloading delivery vehicles, stock handling, cleaning, and maintaining appropriate warehouse standards. This is an opportunity for a practical and dependable individual who is comfortable working in a busy environment and understands the importance of accuracy, teamwork, safety, and maintaining an organised workplace.
About RAM
The role forms part of warehouse operations within an FMCG environment, where the efficient movement and handling of goods are important to daily operations. The General Worker will provide practical support across various warehouse activities. The position requires an individual who can follow instructions, handle products responsibly, maintain workplace standards, and work effectively alongside other employees.
Because the warehouse environment can be fast-paced, candidates should be prepared to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to safety. The role also requires physical capability, as some duties involve lifting and handling heavy items.
Role Overview
The General Worker will support the day-to-day functioning of the warehouse by assisting with stock receiving, storage, order preparation, vehicle loading and offloading, stock counting, cleaning, and general warehouse activities.
The successful candidate will be expected to handle products carefully, follow applicable warehouse safety procedures, and report any damaged stock, shortages, or safety concerns to supervisors. The position also requires flexibility, as the successful candidate may be required to work shifts, weekends, or overtime when necessary.
Key Responsibilities
The General Worker will be responsible for a variety of warehouse-related duties, including:
Receiving and Storing Stock
- Receive incoming stock and assist with unloading deliveries.
- Ensure incoming products are stored correctly.
- Handle stock carefully to reduce the risk of damage.
- Assist with the general movement and organisation of products within the warehouse.
Picking and Packing
- Pick customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Pack orders according to operational requirements.
- Ensure products are handled correctly during the picking and packing process.
- Support the efficient preparation of orders for dispatch.
Loading and Offloading
- Assist with loading delivery vehicles.
- Assist with offloading incoming vehicles and deliveries.
- Handle goods responsibly during loading and offloading activities.
- Help ensure that products are moved safely and efficiently.
Stock Handling and Inventory
- Assist with stock counting.
- Support inventory control activities.
- Report stock shortages or discrepancies to supervisors.
- Report damaged products or other stock-related concerns.
- Help maintain an organised stock environment.
Warehouse Cleanliness and Safety
- Keep the warehouse clean and organised.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
- Follow health and safety procedures.
- Follow company policies and workplace instructions.
- Report safety concerns to supervisors promptly.
General Warehouse Support
- Operate basic warehouse equipment where authorised.
- Assist with other warehouse duties when required.
- Work cooperatively with colleagues to support daily warehouse operations.
- Carry out assigned duties efficiently and responsibly.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Matric certificate is advantageous.
- Previous warehouse or FMCG experience is preferred.
- Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy items.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or overtime when required.
- Basic understanding of warehouse safety procedures.
Skills and Personal Qualities
The position requires someone who is dependable, hardworking, and able to work effectively in a team environment. Good communication skills are important because the General Worker will work alongside colleagues and report stock, safety, or operational concerns to supervisors.
Physical fitness is also important because the position involves handling stock and lifting heavy items. Candidates should be comfortable working in a warehouse environment where tasks may need to be completed efficiently and under pressure. A basic understanding of warehouse safety procedures is required. Candidates should also be able to follow company policies and workplace instructions while maintaining appropriate standards of cleanliness and organisation.
Work Conditions
The role can involve physically demanding activities, including lifting heavy items, receiving stock, loading and offloading vehicles, and moving products. Candidates should therefore be physically capable of performing these duties. The successful candidate must also be willing to work shifts, weekends, or overtime when required. This flexibility is important to support warehouse operations and meet operational requirements. Employees will be expected to follow health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
Pay and Benefits
It also does not specify additional employee benefits, allowances, bonuses, medical aid, retirement benefits, leave provisions, or other employment benefits. For this reason, no specific benefits have been added to this job post. Applicants should rely on the official vacancy information and the employer’s application process for any further information regarding compensation or employment conditions.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the RAM General Worker position in Gauteng should review the vacancy details and submit their application through the provided application process. Applicants should ensure that the information provided in their application accurately reflects their qualifications, experience, and ability to meet the requirements of the position.
Before applying, candidates should carefully review the job requirements, particularly the expectations relating to physical fitness, warehouse or FMCG experience, teamwork, safety procedures, and flexibility to work shifts, weekends, or overtime when required.
Join RAM as a General Worker
This General Worker opportunity is suited to an individual who is hardworking, physically capable, reliable, and comfortable working in a busy warehouse environment.
The successful candidate will play an important supporting role in daily warehouse operations by helping with receiving and storing stock, picking and packing orders, loading and offloading vehicles, stock counting, cleaning, safety, and other warehouse duties. If you have the required skills and are interested in working in a fast-paced FMCG environment in Gauteng, this opportunity may be worth considering.
Job Title: General Worker
Company: RAM
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Experience: Previous warehouse or FMCG experience preferred
Education: Matric advantageous
Work requirements: Physical fitness, teamwork, safety awareness, and flexibility to work shifts, weekends, or overtime when required.