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JobReq ID:  55846
Type of work:  On site
Type of contract:  Open-ended/permanent
Full/Part Time:  Full time
Salary Range: 
Location: 

Mbabane, NA Windhoek, NA

ABOUT US

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position purpose
Carry out the physical work of receiving, packing, storing and dispatching tyres safely and accurately. The role reports to the Warehouse and Logistics Supervisor, who plans and supervises the work and retains responsibility for warehouse operations and controls.
Major Accountabilities Major End Results Expected From The Job Major Activities to Produce These Results Rank of importance 1 = highest
1. Safe loading and offloading
• Load and offload tyres and other approved stock from trucks and delivery vehicles as instructed.
• Assist with checking sizes, product codes, quantities and visible condition against receiving documents.
• Report shortages, incorrect stock and damage to the supervisor immediately.
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2. Correct packing and storage
• Move, pack and stack tyres in the allocated storage areas using approved handling methods.
• Keep stacks stable, stock labels visible and access routes clear.
• Place returned or damaged tyres in the separate areas designated by the supervisor.
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3. Accurate picking and dispatch
• Pick the correct tyres and quantities according to picking instructions and place them in the designated dispatch areas.
• Load stock only when authorised. Assist with arranging and securing loads as instructed.
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4. Support stock accuracy
• Assist with stock counts by counting tyres accurately and reporting the quantities counted.
• Keep stock in its assigned location and report misplaced stock or quantity differences to the supervisor.
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Quality Tyres Namibia | Warehouse General Worker | 2
Major Accountabilities continued Major End Results Expected From The Job Major Activities to Produce These Results Rank of importance 1 = highest
5. Clean workplace and care of equipment
• Keep the warehouse, yard and loading areas clean and remove waste as instructed.
• Handle tools and equipment carefully, return them to their proper places and report faults or damage.
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6. Safe working practices
• Wear the required protective equipment and follow safety instructions. Keep exits and fire equipment clear.
• Use safe lifting methods and handling aids, or ask for help with heavy or awkward tyres. Operate forklifts or powered equipment only when trained and authorised.
• Report hazards, injuries, near misses and suspected stock losses promptly.
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Basic requirements
Basic reading, writing and counting skills, and the ability to understand work and safety instructions in English. Able to identify tyre sizes and stock labels and carry out physical warehouse duties using safe handling methods. Honest, reliable and willing to learn. Previous warehouse or tyre handling experience is an advantage.
General Duties and Management Instructions
Attend work punctually, record attendance correctly and work cooperatively with colleagues. Perform other reasonable and lawful duties assigned by the supervisor or authorised management, related to the role and within the employee’s training and ability.
Acknowledgement and Acceptance
I acknowledge that the duties, reporting line and requirements of this position have been explained to me and that I understand them. I agree to carry out my duties and follow company procedures, safety requirements and reasonable and lawful instructions.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Bridgestone, what really matter is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you:

  • A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
  • The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
  • A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
  • Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
  • A diverse and inclusive team.

We are committed to create an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive, by providing equal opportunities in employment. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.

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