Production Assistant (Chemical Blending)

You'll keep the line running at a furniture assembly factory in Mthatha, feeding, checking and packing product all shift. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

You'll report in Mthatha. Relocation is not covered for this one. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

• Clean down machines and floors at the end of each run
• Help the machine operator clear jams and reload hoppers
• Feed raw material or empty packaging into the machine at the start of the line
• Move full bins and crates to the next station with a trolley
• Check product for size, weight and seal faults and pull out rejects
• Stop the line with the emergency stop if anything jams or looks unsafe

• Able to stand for a full shift in a noisy, warm area
• Basic reading and counting for batch sheets
• Grade 10 minimum, matric an advantage
• Available for rotating day and night shifts
• No problem wearing full PPE, including ear protection
• You follow hygiene rules without being reminded

• Staff shop with discounted factory products
• Night-shift allowance on top of basic pay
• Free PPE, overalls and hairnets

• Do not wear jewellery or long nails to the interview if it is on site. Food factories notice and it counts.
• Mention that you can work rotating shifts right at the top. It is the first thing most factories filter on.