Intake Assistant - VKB Milling, Mokopane Limpopo

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:-

The Intake Assistant at VKB Milling, Mokopane, ensures the precise reception and documentation of incoming raw maize, maintaining compliance with food safety and operational standards. Key responsibilities include verifying deliveries, conducting quality inspections, and coordinating with various teams to uphold production efficiency and safety protocols. Candidates should possess attention to detail, strong communication skills, and experience in manufacturing or agriculture.

Job Title: Raw Material Receptionist - VKB Milling, Mokopane Company: VKB Group

The Role’s Importance

The Raw Material Receptionist plays a pivotal role in ensuring seamless integration of incoming raw materials into the production process. By accurately receiving, recording, sampling, and verifying the quality of maize deliveries, this position upholds production efficiency, inventory precision, and compliance with food safety standards. Your meticulous attention to detail and adherence to operational standards are vital for maintaining product quality and the overall effectiveness of the milling operation.

Why Join VKB?

Joining VKB Milling means contributing to a broader mission of supporting farmers, producing superior food products, and bolstering the agricultural sector. At VKB, we value continuous learning, teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence. You’ll collaborate with passionate colleagues who exemplify our core values of humility, ambition, intelligence, bravery, and unity. Experience a dynamic food manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and customer satisfaction are paramount.

What Success Entails

Processes incoming raw maize with precision and timeliness. Maintains thorough documentation, records, and inventory data. Facilitates efficient truck turnaround and uninterrupted production flow. Ensures adherence to Health & Safety, Food Safety, GMP, and HACCP protocols. Immediately identifies and reports any intake discrepancies or quality issues. Keeps the reception area clean, organized, and free of contaminants. Promotes seamless collaboration among intake, quality, warehouse, and production teams. Supports inventory accuracy through accurate weighing, grading, and stock allocation.

Who We Are Searching For

We seek a reliable and meticulous professional who thrives in a manufacturing setting and takes pride in accuracy and compliance.

The ideal candidate

Shows exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Communicates effectively with colleagues across departments. Handles pressure adeptly while maintaining high standards. Takes ownership of tasks and follows procedures consistently. Understands the critical importance of food safety, quality, and workplace safety. Demonstrates initiative in identifying and resolving operational issues. Enjoys teamwork but remains accountable for individual performance. Aligns with VKB’s values of humility, ambition, intelligence, bravery, and unity.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Grade 10 or NQF Level 3 equivalent.

Essential Experience

Experience in manufacturing, milling, or agriculture is advantageous.

Competencies

Attention to detail Communication Teamwork and collaboration Accountability Problem-solving Decision-making Adaptability Safety awareness Quality focus Planning and coordination

Skills Required

Intake and raw material administration Basic quality inspection and sampling Data capturing and record keeping Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office and data capture systems) Documentation verification Food Safety, GMP, and HACCP awareness Health & Safety compliance Coordination across operational teams Inventory and stock handling support

Key Responsibilities

Support the receipt of incoming maize deliveries. Verify supplier documentation, delivery notes, and weighbridge information. Accurately capture load weights, moisture readings, and grading data. Report discrepancies and non-conforming loads to the appropriate supervisor. Conduct visual inspections and assist with maize sampling activities. Support moisture testing and foreign matter checks. Adhere to all Health & Safety, Food Safety, GMP, and HACCP requirements. Maintain housekeeping and hygiene standards within the intake area. Coordinate with production, quality, warehouse, and logistics teams. Direct vehicles to designated offloading points. Monitor intake equipment and report operational issues. Support stock rotation and raw material bin allocation activities. Maintain accurate intake records and documentation. Assist in performing duties assigned by management to support operational needs.

Closing Date: 24 October 2026