Warehouse Packer (Seasonal Peak) – Fixed-Term

How2Apply Talent Network
Kathu, Northern Cape
Temporary
Posted 1 hour ago
Temporary General Worker
R5 000 – R6 000/month
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Job Description

Pick it right, pack it neat, send it out: that's the job at a clothing distribution centre in Kathu. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

The site is in Kathu; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

The work, day to day

  • Keep aisles clear of plastic, cardboard and loose pallets
  • Label boxes with the correct waybill and route sticker
  • Unpack returned parcels and sort them into resell or write-off
  • Scan every item so the system shows the right stock count
  • Pick orders from pick slips or a handheld scanner, bin by bin
  • Pack cartons, add fillers and seal them with tape guns
  • Move pallets with a hand pallet jack to the dispatch lane

Must-haves

  • You can read product codes and count accurately
  • Willing to wear safety boots, a reflector vest and gloves
  • Clean criminal record (most warehouses run a check)
  • You're fit enough to lift boxes up to 25kg all shift
  • Grade 10 or higher; matric preferred

On offer

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your ID, short CV with a working cellphone number plus copy of your highest school report or matric certificate.
  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 8 working days, usually by phone.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

  • Arrive for the interview in closed shoes. Some warehouses walk you through the floor straight away.
  • Say clearly that you can work nights and weekends. Peak-season hiring goes to people who are available.

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Job details
SalaryR5 000 – R6 000/month
Job TypeTemporary
LocationKathu, Northern Cape
CategoryGeneral Worker
Experience1+ years
Posted5 November 2026
Closing Date29 November 2026
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