Quality Sorter (Packaging Factory) – Entry Level

Machines set the pace at this meat processing plant in Pinetown; you keep up and catch the faults. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

You'll be based at a meat processing plant in Pinetown. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Check product for size, weight and seal faults and pull out rejects
• Pack finished product into cases and stack them by batch number
• Stop the line with the emergency stop if anything jams or looks unsafe
• Feed raw material or empty packaging into the machine at the start of the line
• Help the machine operator clear jams and reload hoppers
• Record batch codes and counts on the hourly production sheet

• Neat, reliable and on time for shift start
• No problem wearing full PPE, including ear protection
• Medically fit; some food plants ask for a medical check
• Basic reading and counting for batch sheets
• You follow hygiene rules without being reminded
• Grade 10 minimum, matric an advantage

• Night-shift allowance on top of basic pay
• Path to machine operator after six months
• Staff shop with discounted factory products
• Company transport on some night shifts

• 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.