Meat Processing Line Worker

Here in Paarl, a soft drink bottling plant needs steady people who can repeat a task well for eight hours. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

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

• Clean down machines and floors at the end of each run
• Feed raw material or empty packaging into the machine at the start of the line
• Record batch codes and counts on the hourly production sheet
• Wear hairnets, beard covers and gloves in food-safe zones
• Check product for size, weight and seal faults and pull out rejects

• Grade 10 minimum, matric an advantage
• Neat, reliable and on time for shift start
• Able to stand for a full shift in a noisy, warm area
• Available for rotating day and night shifts

• Previous work in a food or FMCG factory
• A food handler or basic HACCP awareness certificate
• Some basic first-aid training

• Path to machine operator after six months
• Night-shift allowance on top of basic pay
• Free PPE, overalls and hairnets
• Staff shop with discounted factory products

• Do not wear jewellery or long nails to the interview if it is on site. Food factories notice and it counts.
• Mention that you can work rotating shifts right at the top. It is the first thing most factories filter on.