Warehouse General Hand (Day Shift) – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network
Pretoria East, Gauteng
Temporary
Posted 6 hours ago
Temporary General Worker
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Job Description

Pick it right, pack it neat, send it out: that's the job at a pharmaceutical warehouse in Pretoria East. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

Home base is a pharmaceutical warehouse on the Pretoria East side of Gauteng.

The work, day to day

  • Wear thermal gear and rotate in and out of freezer zones on schedule
  • Count stock during weekly cycle counts and month-end stock takes
  • Pick orders from pick slips or a handheld scanner, bin by bin
  • Scan every item so the system shows the right stock count
  • Label boxes with the correct waybill and route sticker

What you need

  • Punctual, with reliable transport home after late shifts
  • You can read product codes and count accurately
  • Willing to wear safety boots, a reflector vest and gloves
  • You're fit enough to lift boxes up to 25kg all shift
  • South African ID or a valid work permit
  • Clean criminal record (most warehouses run a check)

Extra points for

  • Living within walking or taxi distance of the warehouse
  • Previous picking experience with a handheld RF scanner

What you get

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Pretoria East really suit you before you apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your ID, copy of your highest school report or matric certificate plus any forklift or first-aid certificates you already have.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

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

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Before you hit apply

  • 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.
  • 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 TypeTemporary
LocationPretoria East, Gauteng
CategoryGeneral Worker
ExperienceEntry level
Posted13 October 2026
Closing Date6 November 2026
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