Packaging Line Operator (Rotating Shifts)

Here in Alberton, an industrial bakery needs steady people who can repeat a task well for eight hours. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

The site is in Alberton; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Change over packaging film and labels when the line switches product
• Help the machine operator clear jams and reload hoppers
• Check product for size, weight and seal faults and pull out rejects
• Pack finished product into cases and stack them by batch number
• Record batch codes and counts on the hourly production sheet
• Follow lock-out procedures when helping with cleaning inside machines
• Wear hairnets, beard covers and gloves in food-safe zones

• No problem wearing full PPE, including ear protection
• Basic reading and counting for batch sheets
• Grade 10 minimum, matric an advantage
• Able to stand for a full shift in a noisy, warm area

• NQF Level 2 manufacturing learnership completed
• Previous work in a food or FMCG factory
• Some basic first-aid training

• Night-shift allowance on top of basic pay
• Company transport on some night shifts
• Staff shop with discounted factory products
• Free PPE, overalls and hairnets

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