Cold Room Assistant (Fruit Export)

Fruit from an export fruit packhouse near Tzaneen ends up on shelves overseas, packed by your hands. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

The site is in Tzaneen; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Stack empty cartons and punnets ready for the next run
• Check fruit samples and record quality results on the QC sheet
• Sort fruit by size, colour and blemish on the packing line
• Build pallets to the correct height and strap them
• Pack cartons to the export pattern and weight
• Follow food safety rules like hand washing and no jewellery

• Available for the full packing season including Saturdays
• Valid ID or permit
• Basic counting and reading for labels
• Able to stand at a line for long shifts
• Quick and neat with your hands

• Knowledge of export standards like GLOBALG.A.P.
• Previous packhouse work

• Overtime pay during peak weeks
• Transport from nearby towns
• Rehire for next season if you perform well
• Protective clothing supplied

• If you want a QC post, bring your matric certificate and say you can write neat records.
• Mention the fruit you have packed before and how many seasons. Packhouses rehire the fast, careful packers.