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Palletiser (Export Packhouse) – Immediate Start

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Khayelitsha, Western Cape

Temporary

Posted 1 hour ago

Temporary Agriculture & Forestry

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Job Description

Fruit from an avocado packhouse near Khayelitsha 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 report in Khayelitsha. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

Follow food safety rules like hand washing and no jewellery
Move pallets into cold rooms and record temperatures
Stack empty cartons and punnets ready for the next run
Build pallets to the correct height and strap them
Keep your packing station clean and free of stems and leaves

What you need

Follows hygiene rules at all times
Basic counting and reading for labels
Arrives on time for early shifts
Able to stand at a line for long shifts

What's in it for you

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

Applying, step by step

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, bank account details plus previous packhouse reference.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Khayelitsha; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

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