Returns Processing Hand

Every order that leaves this clothing distribution centre in Umhlanga passes through your hands first. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in Umhlanga; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Report damaged, short or expired items to the shift supervisor
• Wear thermal gear and rotate in and out of freezer zones on schedule
• Pick orders from pick slips or a handheld scanner, bin by bin
• Unpack returned parcels and sort them into resell or write-off
• Move pallets with a hand pallet jack to the dispatch lane

• Clean criminal record (most warehouses run a check)
• South African ID or a valid work permit
• You can read product codes and count accurately
• You're fit enough to lift boxes up to 25kg all shift

• Staff canteen with subsidised meals
• Permanent appointment for reliable temps after peak season
• Chance to be trained on forklift after probation

• Say clearly that you can work nights and weekends. Peak-season hiring goes to people who are available.
• Put your cellphone number and the area you live in at the very top of your CV. Warehouse recruiters phone fast and hire people close by.