October 11, 2024

VKB Group

Durban

OTHER

Senior Grader - GWK Trading, Durban ( Durban Port Warehouse)

Introduction

At GWK we work daily to move the boundaries of agriculture, to help people discover new and better ways. We are pioneers in the agri- and food value chain, committed to shaping a sustainable business, driving growth and providing a better future for all stakeholders. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.
Job Description
Responsible for ensuring the overall adherence & compliance to quality and grading standards of products received by stakeholders, as well as administration of products.

Requirements

Grade 12 certificate
Minimum 2-4 experience in a similar role
Grain grading certificates essential (Wheat, Maize, Ground Nuts, Lusern)
Warehousing experience
Fumigation certificates essential
Knowledge of Food Safety Policies.
Computer literate
Code 8 Driver's License
Forklift License and Fire Fighting certificate
Clear Criminal Record
Computer literate in Microsoft Office
Fluent in Afrikaans and English
Constantly adding value to the current functions of the position
New Management Programme will serve as a recommendation

Duties and Responsibilities

Execute grading of import and export loads from GWK (Lucerne, Maize, Pecan nuts, Ground Nuts / Peanuts and Cotton) according to regulations and standards.
Quality Assurance and Quality Control of export products.
Fumigation on Import and export stock
Repacking of damaged bags / goods
Lucerne grading confirmations, weekly lucerne stock confirmation and ensure that packaging meets set standards.
Handling Insurance claims and investigations of product.
Handling deviations on volume and mass at Durban warehouses
Sale of damaged product.
Ensure equipment is of a functional standard, maintained and calibrated where applicable;
Report any quality discrepancies directly to the senior;
Provide general support to the department such as accurate tracking of stock control cards
Assist with the administrative functions related to security, health and safety aspects
Manage client services by ensuring processes are in place to prevent escalation of client complaint
Be a GWK ambassador and a good team player.

Skills

Verbal
Computer literate
Responsible
Punctual
Conflict management
Good administration skills
Good Communication skills
Thorough, precise and accurate
Team player
Quick decision making
Problem definition and analyses

Other Information

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VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities
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