Returns Processing Hand – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network
Somerset West, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Full-time General Worker
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Job Description

You'll keep a busy frozen-food distribution centre in Somerset West stocked, picked and moving out on time. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

Location: Somerset West, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

The work, day to day

  • Move pallets with a hand pallet jack to the dispatch lane
  • Scan every item so the system shows the right stock count
  • Stack finished orders on pallets and stretch-wrap them tight
  • Keep aisles clear of plastic, cardboard and loose pallets
  • Replenish empty pick faces from overstock racking
  • Pack cartons, add fillers and seal them with tape guns
  • Wear thermal gear and rotate in and out of freezer zones on schedule

Must-haves

  • Willing to wear safety boots, a reflector vest and gloves
  • South African ID or a valid work permit
  • You're fit enough to lift boxes up to 25kg all shift
  • Punctual, with reliable transport home after late shifts

Extra points for

  • A valid forklift or reach truck certificate
  • Basic computer skills for capturing counts

What's in it for you

  • Safety boots, overalls and freezer jackets supplied
  • Permanent appointment for reliable temps after peak season
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half on weekdays

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Somerset West really suit you before you apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: certified copy of your ID plus short CV with a working cellphone number.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. 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 Somerset West; 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.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • If you have done any stock counts, packing or even shelf work before, list it first. It shows you already know how to handle stock.
  • Say clearly that you can work nights and weekends. Peak-season hiring goes to people who are available.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationSomerset West, Western Cape
CategoryGeneral Worker
Experience2+ years
Posted2 November 2026
Closing Date1 December 2026
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