National Breweries Plc, a leading beverage manufacturer in Zambia, is inviting applications from suitably qualified, safety-conscious, and experienced individuals for the position of Forklift Operator.

Purpose of the Role

The Forklift Operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement, loading, unloading, stacking, and storage of raw materials, finished products, and packaging materials within the warehouse and production environments. The role plays a critical part in supporting operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and safety standards.
• Load and unload trucks, containers, and delivery vehicles.
• Transport raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to designated locations.
• Stack and retrieve products from storage areas while ensuring product integrity.
• Conduct daily pre-operation inspections and report any mechanical defects.
• Ensure accurate handling of inventory and support stock-taking activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Adhere to warehouse procedures, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Assist in minimizing product damage and material losses.
• Complete all relevant forklift and warehouse documentation accurately and timely.

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Valid Forklift Operator Certificate from a recognized institution.
• Valid forklift operating license where applicable.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory handling procedures.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing, logistics, FMCG, or warehouse environment.
• Proven experience in loading, unloading, and stacking materials safely and efficiently.

Required Competencies

• Strong commitment to health and safety standards.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• High level of responsibility and accountability.
• Ability to identify and report equipment defects promptly.
• Sound understanding of warehouse and inventory management practices.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and dependable.
• Honest and trustworthy.
• Physically fit and capable of working in a demanding environment.
• Self-motivated and disciplined.
• Positive attitude with a strong focus on safety and quality.

What We Offer

National Breweries Plc offers a competitive remuneration package, opportunities for professional development, and a dynamic work environment within a leading organization.

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and safety standards.
• Load and unload trucks, containers, and delivery vehicles.
• Transport raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to designated locations.
• Stack and retrieve products from storage areas while ensuring product integrity.
• Conduct daily pre-operation inspections and report any mechanical defects.
• Ensure accurate handling of inventory and support stock-taking activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Adhere to warehouse procedures, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Assist in minimizing product damage and material losses.
• Complete all relevant forklift and warehouse documentation accurately and timely.

• Strong commitment to health and safety standards.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• High level of responsibility and accountability.
• Ability to identify and report equipment defects promptly.
• Sound understanding of warehouse and inventory management practices.

• Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Valid Forklift Operator Certificate from a recognized institution.
• Valid forklift operating license where applicable.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory handling procedures.