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Packhouse Quality Controller (Seasonal)

How2Apply Talent Network

Atlantis, Western Cape

Temporary

Posted 1 hour ago

Temporary Agriculture & Forestry

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Job Description

Fruit from a citrus packhouse near Atlantis ends up on shelves overseas, packed by your hands. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

You'll be based at a citrus packhouse in Atlantis. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

The work, day to day

Pack cartons to the export pattern and weight
Follow food safety rules like hand washing and no jewellery
Keep your packing station clean and free of stems and leaves
Stick labels and batch codes on each carton
Check fruit samples and record quality results on the QC sheet

Must-haves

Available for the full packing season including Saturdays
Quick and neat with your hands
Follows hygiene rules at all times
Arrives on time for early shifts

Nice if you have

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

What's in it for you

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

How to apply for this job

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: copy of your identity document, previous packhouse reference plus bank account details.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 10 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Atlantis; 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

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.