Packhouse Quality Controller (Seasonal) – Permanent

How2Apply Talent Network
George, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 1 day ago
Contract Agriculture & Forestry
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Job Description

You'll sort, grade and pack fruit for export at a table grape packhouse near George. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The site is in George; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

What you'll actually do

  • Sort fruit by size, colour and blemish on the packing line
  • Move pallets into cold rooms and record temperatures
  • Follow food safety rules like hand washing and no jewellery
  • Stick labels and batch codes on each carton
  • Check fruit samples and record quality results on the QC sheet
  • Pack cartons to the export pattern and weight

Must-haves

  • Arrives on time for early shifts
  • Basic counting and reading for labels
  • Follows hygiene rules at all times
  • Able to stand at a line for long shifts
  • Quick and neat with your hands
  • Available for the full packing season including Saturdays

Helpful, not essential

  • Knowledge of export standards like GLOBALG.A.P.
  • Matric for QC posts

What's in it for you

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

How to apply

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: copy of your identity document plus bank account details.
  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.

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

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

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeContract
LocationGeorge, Western Cape
CategoryAgriculture & Forestry
ExperienceEntry level
Posted10 October 2026
Closing Date12 November 2026
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