Forklift Checker Operator

About the role

Nile Breweries is hiring a full-time Checker Operator in Kamwokya, Jinja. The role safely operates forklift equipment, handles loading and unloading, keeps inventory accurate and upholds quality, safety and operational standards to support warehouse and distribution efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Fleet maintenance: operate and maintain forklifts, carry out pre-operation and pre-trip inspections, keep fluids at acceptable levels, follow maintenance schedules and report defects.
• Health, safety and environment: comply with company and legal requirements, keep housekeeping standards, wear PPE and follow safe stacking and material handling practices.
• Loading and unloading: load and unload products per approved procedures, verify quantities against load summaries and dispatch documents, complete delivery and receiving paperwork, and move products safely within the warehouse.
• Stock quality management: apply stock rotation, check packaging before loading, and report damaged stock or packaging defects.
• Inventory management: take part in shift handovers, conduct stock counts and support reconciliation, communicate with Inventory Analysts, Clerks and Stock Settlement teams, and sign off inventory records.
• Cost control and productivity: run equipment efficiently to meet fuel standards, minimise idling and harsh braking, reduce product loss and damage, and support productivity targets.
• Reporting: complete pre-trip inspection reports, fuel consumption records and operational reports on time, and submit stock count documentation within deadlines.
• Production support (where applicable): load raw materials and empty containers onto production lines and remove and stack finished goods.

Required profile

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent qualification.
• Valid forklift operator licence.
• Minimum 3 years' experience operating forklifts in a warehouse, logistics, FMCG or manufacturing setting; experience with double-handlers is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to quality, service and safety.

Required skills

• Numeracy and literacy
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Computer literacy
• Attention to detail and problem-solving