Receiving Officer

Acacia Foundation Limited is hiring a Receiving Officer responsible for managing and coordinating all operations related to the reception of used PET bottles, ensuring proper unloading, sorting, inspection, record-keeping, and stock handling in accordance with internal quality, safety, and traceability standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise the offloading, weighing, and inspection of incoming used PET bottles from external suppliers or collection points.
• Ensure proper documentation of each delivery, including quality control records, delivery notes, supplier identification, and weight slips.
• Coordinate sorting activities to separate contaminants and non-PET materials before processing.
• Maintain up-to-date records of received quantities, rejected materials, and supplier performance.
• Oversee the stacking, labelling, and internal transfer of sorted PET bottles to the washing line or flake production area.
• Enforce safety protocols, use of PPEs, and compliance with environmental standards during receiving operations.
• Lead, supervise, and train the team of receiving clerks, sorters, loaders, and helpers under your department.
• Collaborate with the quality control and procurement teams to resolve supply issues and maintain consistent standards.
• Ensure good housekeeping in the receiving yard and implement preventive maintenance of handling equipment (e.g. weighbridges, trolleys).
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on receiving activities, supplier, performance, and stock levels.
• Support training and development of line staff in the department.
• Enforce discipline and company policies among the team.

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Industrial Engineering, Environmental Science, Production Management, or a related field.
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing, recycling, or warehousing environment.
• Familiarity with plastic recycling processes and material types is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel or inventory/ ERP systems for reporting.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with ability to manage a field-oriented team.
• Knowledge of PET recycling input material (used bottles) and basic quality parameters.
• Good communication and coordination skills across departments.
• Ability to handle field challenges (e.g. inconsistent supply, mixed quality, weather-related issues).
• Attention to detail in documentation and reporting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Hands-on and proactive work attitude.

Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter to careers@acaciafoundationltd.com
Please include “Receiving Officer – [Your Name]” in the subject line.