Loader

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Job Purpose

The Dispatch Loader is responsible for accurately and efficiently loading bread and bakery products onto delivery vehicles according to customer orders and delivery schedules. The role requires careful handling of products to prevent damage, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, and ensuring that all orders are dispatched correctly and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Load bread and bakery products onto delivery vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Check products against dispatch notes, invoices, or loading sheets to ensure order accuracy.
• Arrange products correctly inside delivery vehicles to prevent damage during transportation.
• Ensure the correct quantities and varieties of bread are loaded for each delivery route.
• Handle bread products carefully to maintain product quality and presentation.
• Assist with sorting, staging, and preparing orders before loading.
• Report shortages, damaged products, incorrect quantities, or discrepancies to the Dispatch Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic loading and dispatch area.
• Follow all company food-safety, hygiene, health, and safety procedures.
• Assist drivers with loading and securing products when required.
• Complete loading duties within the required dispatch times.
• Assist with returns, rejected products, and empty bread crates or trays where applicable.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a bakery, warehouse, dispatch, distribution, or loading environment is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Physically fit and able to lift and move bread crates/products.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, or public holidays where required.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and company procedures.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull products and crates safely.
• Ability to work in a warehouse or bakery dispatch environment.

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.