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Packhouse Line Packer (Table Grapes)

How2Apply Talent Network

Atlantis, Western Cape

Temporary

Posted 1 hour ago

Temporary Agriculture & Forestry

R5 750 – R6 750/month

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Job Description

Fruit from a table grape packhouse near Atlantis ends up on shelves overseas, packed by your hands. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

Location: Atlantis, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

What you'll actually do

Follow food safety rules like hand washing and no jewellery
Check fruit samples and record quality results on the QC sheet
Stack empty cartons and punnets ready for the next run
Sort fruit by size, colour and blemish on the packing line
Build pallets to the correct height and strap them
Help clean the line and machines at the end of the day

You'll need

Able to stand at a line for long shifts
Arrives on time for early shifts
Available for the full packing season including Saturdays
Valid ID or permit
Basic counting and reading for labels

Helpful, not essential

Knowledge of export standards like GLOBALG.A.P.
Matric for QC posts
Previous packhouse work

What you get

Rehire for next season if you perform well
Overtime pay during peak weeks
Protective clothing supplied

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: copy of your identity document, previous packhouse reference plus bank account details.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 5 working days, usually by phone.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

Apply before the season starts, often a month before first harvest. Recruiting days fill up fast.
If you want a QC post, bring your matric certificate and say you can write neat records.