Operator Packing
Company
Premier
Location
Cape Town
Posted
14 days ago
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Job Description
To package finished product according to quality specification while achieving operational requirements within a safe and hygienic environment.
• *Key Responsibilities**
- Pack finished product on various FAWEMA packing machines.
- Reach production target per shift.
- Ensure continuous quality & weight monitoring and recording of results
- Ensure food safety and hygienic work area is maintained at all times.
- Report all production downtime to shift Supervisors timeously.
- Record and analyze downtime reasons on Operator sheet.
- Deep cleansing of machine and area to improve housekeeping and control infestation.
- Adhoc duties requested by HOD and packing / Superintendent.
- Invocom participation and facilitation.
• *Qualification Requirements**:
- Grade 12
• *Experience Requirements**:
- At least 3-4 years’ experience in a similar position in the FMCG environment / Milling Industry
• *Other Requirements**
- 5-day position
- May be required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays as per roster.
• *Key Outputs**:
- Good Interpersonal skills, business processes, rules and procedures
- Must have good communication skills - written, verbal
- Must understand accuracy/ attention to detail
- Knowledge of the relevant machinery used in the packing department.
- Must have numerical ability as well as problem solving ability.
- Must be Innovation with high focus on continuous Improvements
- Planning and organizing skills are required.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must have respect for self and others, take accountability and be disciplined.
• *Key Responsibilities**
- Pack finished product on various FAWEMA packing machines.
- Reach production target per shift.
- Ensure continuous quality & weight monitoring and recording of results
- Ensure food safety and hygienic work area is maintained at all times.
- Report all production downtime to shift Supervisors timeously.
- Record and analyze downtime reasons on Operator sheet.
- Deep cleansing of machine and area to improve housekeeping and control infestation.
- Adhoc duties requested by HOD and packing / Superintendent.
- Invocom participation and facilitation.
• *Qualification Requirements**:
- Grade 12
• *Experience Requirements**:
- At least 3-4 years’ experience in a similar position in the FMCG environment / Milling Industry
• *Other Requirements**
- 5-day position
- May be required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays as per roster.
• *Key Outputs**:
- Good Interpersonal skills, business processes, rules and procedures
- Must have good communication skills - written, verbal
- Must understand accuracy/ attention to detail
- Knowledge of the relevant machinery used in the packing department.
- Must have numerical ability as well as problem solving ability.
- Must be Innovation with high focus on continuous Improvements
- Planning and organizing skills are required.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must have respect for self and others, take accountability and be disciplined.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in South Africa from 1 January 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for welders in South Africa is R27.85 per hour as of 1 January 2026 under the National Minimum Wage Act. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times this rate for hours worked beyond 45 per week in the metal industry.
What qualifications and experience does the Department of Employment and Labour require for welder jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders must hold a minimum N2 certificate in welding plus 3 years documented experience or a Red Seal trade certificate issued by QCTO. Candidates without these credentials are ineligible for formal sector positions.
Which documents are required when applying for welder jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, Red Seal certificate or N2 qualification, proof of 3 years experience, and a valid tax number from SARS. Applications without these four documents are rejected at the labour centre.
What are the legal working hours and annual leave entitlements for welders in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week with 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Public holidays and family responsibility leave of 3 days per year are additional entitlements.
