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Palletiser (Export Packhouse)

How2Apply Talent Network

Kariega, Eastern Cape

Full-time

Posted 19 min ago

Full-time Agriculture & Forestry

R5 000 – R6 000/month

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Job Description

You'll sort, grade and pack fruit for export at an export fruit packhouse near Kariega. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

You'll be based at an export fruit packhouse in Kariega. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

What you'll actually do

Stack empty cartons and punnets ready for the next run
Keep your packing station clean and free of stems and leaves
Sort fruit by size, colour and blemish on the packing line
Check fruit samples and record quality results on the QC sheet
Pack cartons to the export pattern and weight

Must-haves

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

What you get

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

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: previous packhouse reference, copy of your identity document plus bank account details.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

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

Mention the fruit you have packed before and how many seasons. Packhouses rehire the fast, careful packers.
Apply before the season starts, often a month before first harvest. Recruiting days fill up fast.