Warehouse Picking and Distribution Support Role

Premier FMCG is recruiting a General Worker Picker to join its Meadowview Depot based in Lords View, Gauteng. This permanent, onsite role forms part of the warehouse operations team and focuses on accurate product picking, staging, and preparation of goods for distribution within a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Premier FMCG is recognised as a leading player in the FMCG sector, committed to delivering high-quality products efficiently across its distribution network. The General Worker Picker plays a critical role in supporting warehouse productivity, ensuring orders are fulfilled accurately, and maintaining safe and organised working conditions.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with warehouse experience who are detail-oriented, target-driven, and capable of working effectively under pressure.

About the Role

The General Worker Picker is responsible for ensuring that products are picked accurately according to picking slips and staged in the checking lane for verification. Once products are checked, the role includes sealing or wrapping items to prepare them for dispatch.

The position requires adherence to safe working practices, compliance with standard operating procedures, and maintaining high housekeeping standards within the warehouse. Accuracy and efficiency are essential to support timely order fulfilment and maintain operational flow.

This role is well suited to individuals who thrive in structured environments and are committed to operational excellence within warehouse and logistics operations.

Picking and Order Fulfilment Responsibilities

The General Worker Picker must ensure accurate picking of products in line with picking slip instructions.

Picked products must be staged correctly in the checking lane for verification and quality checks.

Once verification is completed, products must be sealed or wrapped appropriately for dispatch.

Accuracy and attention to detail are essential to minimise picking errors and ensure customer satisfaction.

The role requires maintaining productivity while adhering to operational targets and timelines.

Warehouse Operations and Housekeeping

The General Worker Picker must follow safe working practices at all times to maintain a secure working environment.

Standard operating procedures must be followed consistently to ensure operational compliance.

Housekeeping responsibilities include keeping the work area clean, organised, and free from hazards.

Proper handling of products and equipment is essential to prevent damage and maintain quality standards.

A proactive approach to maintaining order and efficiency contributes to overall warehouse productivity.

Teamwork and Work Environment

The role requires the ability to function effectively within a team environment to support daily operational goals.

Strong communication skills are necessary for coordination with supervisors and colleagues.

The General Worker Picker must demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to work independently when required.

Working in a pressurised environment requires resilience, adaptability, and a sense of urgency.

The role may require working weekends and public holidays depending on operational demands.

Skills and Competencies

Ability to function effectively in a team environment.

Good communication skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet productivity targets.

Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability.

Equipment knowledge relevant to warehouse operations.

Accuracy and strong attention to detail.

Numerical ability to support picking accuracy.

Innovation and commitment to continuous improvement.

Respectful and professional workplace conduct.

Sense of urgency and target-driven mindset.

Minimum Requirements

Matric certificate (Grade 12).

Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in a warehouse environment.

Ability to work in a pressurised environment and adapt to operational requirements.

Willingness to work Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays as required by the business.

Employment Details

Position: General Worker Picker
Reference Number: PRE260213-3
Company: Premier FMCG
Department: Warehouse
Site: Meadowview Depot (354)
Location: Lords View – Gauteng
Employment Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 20 February 2026

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to warehouse efficiency while building experience within the FMCG logistics and distribution environment.

Apply for General Worker Picker – Premier FMCG

Candidates who meet the above requirements and are interested in warehouse picking and logistics operations are encouraged to submit their application before the closing date.

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Applications close on 20 February 2026.

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