Palletiser (Export Packhouse)

Quick hands and good eyes are all a table grape packhouse near George really needs from you. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

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.

• Help clean the line and machines at the end of the day
• Move pallets into cold rooms and record temperatures
• Sort fruit by size, colour and blemish on the packing line
• Follow food safety rules like hand washing and no jewellery
• Stick labels and batch codes on each carton
• Build pallets to the correct height and strap them

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

• Knowledge of export standards like GLOBALG.A.P.
• Forklift licence for palletising roles
• Previous packhouse work

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

• 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.