TRAFFIC Western Cape

Voice Picker

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

South Africa - Western Cape , Cape Town - North (Goodwood - Blackheath)

An opportunity is available for a skilled Warehouse Assistant to perform specialised duties within a busy Distribution Centre. This role includes responsibilities such as quality control, picking, and pallet building, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in line with operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Location: Kuilstiver
Rate: R32 p/h

Distribution & Picking
  • Accurately receive and follow picking instructions via voice picking (Talkman) system
  • Select correct SKUs according to system-generated instructions
  • Ensure high levels of picking accuracy at all times
  • Report empty locations or stock shortages to Supervisor or Team Leader
  • Select appropriate cartons to prevent stock damage
  • Ensure all cartons comply with packaging standards
  • Request or select new cartons as required
  • Load completed cartons onto the distribution belt for sealing
Equipment Handling
  • Handle voice picking (Talkman) equipment with care and according to operational standards
Reporting & Performance
  • Maintain productivity in line with hourly picking targets
  • Contribute to reporting processes including pick reports and stock discrepancy reports
  • Support accurate stock control by identifying and reporting faults or shortages
Minimum Requirements Education:
  • Minimum Grade 10
Experience:
  • Must have previous voice picking (Talkman) experience
  • Previous warehouse, picking, or distribution experience required
Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to follow system-driven instructions
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Team player with a proactive attitude
  • Basic numeracy and literacy skills
Physical Requirements
  • Physically fit and able to work long hours
  • Ability to lift and move stock as requiredippy
  • Good eyesight to read and identify SKUs accurately

About This Role

Career insights for Stockers and Order Fillers positions

Salary Benchmark
$36,390/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Reading Comprehension
Common Technologies
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne SAP S/4HANA Google Docs Microsoft Word (Microsoft 365) Various cloud-based IMS solutions (e.g., NetSuite, Zoho Inventory) Various cloud-based solutions (e.g., TradeGecko, Fishbowl) Various e-commerce and procurement solutions (e.g., Shopify, SAP Ariba)

Job Overview

Date Posted
29 Mar 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

Stockers and Order Fillers Insights

Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.

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