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Label and Punnet Packer (Berries)

How2Apply Talent Network

Bellville, Western Cape

Contract

Posted 1 hour ago

Contract Agriculture & Forestry

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Job Description

You'll sort, grade and pack fruit for export at an avocado packhouse near Bellville. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

This post is in Bellville (Western Cape). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

What your day looks like

Sort fruit by size, colour and blemish on the packing line
Stack empty cartons and punnets ready for the next run
Help clean the line and machines at the end of the day
Follow food safety rules like hand washing and no jewellery
Move pallets into cold rooms and record temperatures
Stick labels and batch codes on each carton

What you need

Valid ID or permit
Quick and neat with your hands
Basic counting and reading for labels
Follows hygiene rules at all times
Arrives on time for early shifts
Available for the full packing season including Saturdays

What you get

Protective clothing supplied
Rehire for next season if you perform well
Transport from nearby towns

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: bank account details plus previous packhouse reference.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Bellville; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

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