Checker Operator - Epping

Overall ResponsibilityThe key purpose of this role is to check, measure, load, unload, and stack materials safely and efficiently while maintaining governance and customer service standards.Focus Area 1: Maintain safe, healthy and risk-free working environmentAdhere to SHP Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards in all daily activities.Participate in safety observations, follow established safety processes, and report or escalate identified gaps.Implement and sustain 5S standards in the designated work area, maintaining workplace organization and discipline.Always adhere to safe working practices Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, and safe work instructions.Conduct pre-task safety checks before starting equipment or processesImplement and adhere to cleaning schedulesComply with and HACCP or IS022000 requirementsApply basic hygiene and sanitation and adhere to food safety related rules and activities as per factory instructionsPerform Food Safety and Quality related activities as part of the FSMS and QC functionsFocus Area 2: Manufacturing Excellence cultureConsistently follows Manufacturing Excellence (ME) pillar tools and standardized work processes.Adhere to structured shift handover requirements to ensure operational continuity and information accuracy.Maintain the Operator Workstation/area concept throughout the shiftPerform assigned Autonomous Maintenance tasks in accordance with established standards.Take responsibility for basic equipment condition, inspection, cleaning, and lubrication activities.Report equipment abnormalities and support restoration to basic conditions.Support the continuous improvement cultureDrive manufacturing excellence pillars on the shopfloor Focus Area 3: OperationsEffective stock quality managementEffective management and care of the physical appearance forkliftsConduct pre-trip inspections prior to the start of each shift using the forklift inspection checklistEnsure that the forklift is operated and maintained in optimal conditionEnsure that fuel/ battery level and forklift fluids are at accepted operating levelsAdherence to the health, safety and environmental standardsAdhere to department of Labor stacking exemptionsWeigh out or measure and issue materials to production teamsAppropriate personal protective equipment used as designated by site safety standardsWarehouse stock age standards maintained by ensuring that stock rotation principles are appliedEnsure when picking materials or products it according to the SOP in processEnsures quality control through checking of packaging materials on warehouse floor and prior to loadingParticipation in handover process before and after every shiftAccurate daily stock count to be performedMaintain clear and effective communication with Inventory Supervisor, Inventory Clerks and Shift SupervisorsAccurate checking, loading and unloading of trucksConversant with relevant business information, policies, processes and proceduresSchedules and other monthly KPI’s will be established to maximize the effectiveness of this support.Required to load and offload at SHP warehousesPick finish goods or production material according to the standard operating procedures in place Focus Area 4: ReportingHandover concerns or queries to the Shift SupervisorReport all non-compliance issues to incoming shift supervisor and your current shift supervisorMinimum RequirementsMatric or Grade 12 equivalentMinimum of 1 years' experience within the food and beverage industryMinimum of 3 years’ experience operating a forklift (advantageous)Proficiency in inventory management softwareProficiency in using handheld devices will be considered an added advantageSkills And CompetenciesAbility to work under pressureGood interpersonal skills / builds good relationshipsGood verbal and communication SkillsGood self-management practicesStrong achievement orientationAbility to adapt to and implement change effectivelyNB: Specific duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time. The above list is intended to indicate the general nature of the position and is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to remain flexible and support the business by undertaking any other responsibilities aligned with this job level.Job Reference Code: J334