Packhouse Line Packer (Table Grapes)

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Upington, Northern Cape
Contract
Posted 1 hour ago
Contract Agriculture & Forestry
R4 750 – R5 750/month
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Job Description

You'll sort, grade and pack fruit for export at a table grape packhouse near Upington. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

You'll report in Upington. Relocation is not covered for this one. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

What you'll actually do

  • Pack cartons to the export pattern and weight
  • Check fruit samples and record quality results on the QC sheet
  • Help clean the line and machines at the end of the day
  • Sort fruit by size, colour and blemish on the packing line
  • Follow food safety rules like hand washing and no jewellery

Must-haves

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

Nice if you have

  • Previous packhouse work
  • Forklift licence for palletising roles
  • Matric for QC posts

What's in it for you

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): previous packhouse reference plus copy of your identity document.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

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How to stand out

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryR4 750 – R5 750/month
Job TypeContract
LocationUpington, Northern Cape
CategoryAgriculture & Forestry
ExperienceEntry level
Posted14 November 2026
Closing Date13 December 2026
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