General Assistant / Packer
Cape Town, South AfricaCompany
Tailormade Solution
Location
Cape Town
Job Type
Part-time
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Job Description
Basic Requirement:
• Matric
• Understanding of GWP
• Attention to Detail
• Literacy and Numeracy skills
• Good Communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work under pressure
• *Minimum 1 year experience in Warehousing or Logistics
• Duties & Experience:
• Check assigned shelves and ensure that all shelves are adequately replenished with correct product lines according to bin location and product description.
• Receive Picking Task and go the bin location. Pick according to Bin location, product description, barcode and quantity.
• Check that the quality of the product has not been compromised.
• Assemble orders carefully into crates or totes provided.
• Pick according to First Expiry First Out (FEFO) and First in First out (FIFO) principles.
• Unpack open stock that arrives in aisles and replenish to shelves as required.
• Conduct weekly batch controls and complete weekly cycle counts.
• Perform routine housekeeping in allocated aisle
• Once an order has been scanned and invoiced, the packer will receive the tote/crate with the scanned order.
• Check that the Delivery Note/Invoice and barcoded sticker correspond.
• Check that the products in the tote/crate match the Delivery Note and quantity.
• Establish what is the most applicable form of packaging to be used for the order. (Carton or plastic bag)
• Ensure that when packing an order that fragile products are bubble wrapped and that lighter products are placed on top of heavier products to prevent damages. Liquids must be placed upright to prevent leakages.
• Place warning stickers on packed carton or plastic bag if items are fragile.
• All orders must be packed accurately and in full.
• Parcels must have the Delivery Note or Invoice on the inside and the corresponding sticker on the outside, sealed with a goose neck sealer.
• Boxes to be sealed with tape and the Delivery note or invoice placed in a plastic sleeve outside of the box with corresponding sticker.
• Once the order has been packed, place it in the allocated crate according to round number.
• Matric
• Understanding of GWP
• Attention to Detail
• Literacy and Numeracy skills
• Good Communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work under pressure
• *Minimum 1 year experience in Warehousing or Logistics
• Duties & Experience:
• Check assigned shelves and ensure that all shelves are adequately replenished with correct product lines according to bin location and product description.
• Receive Picking Task and go the bin location. Pick according to Bin location, product description, barcode and quantity.
• Check that the quality of the product has not been compromised.
• Assemble orders carefully into crates or totes provided.
• Pick according to First Expiry First Out (FEFO) and First in First out (FIFO) principles.
• Unpack open stock that arrives in aisles and replenish to shelves as required.
• Conduct weekly batch controls and complete weekly cycle counts.
• Perform routine housekeeping in allocated aisle
• Once an order has been scanned and invoiced, the packer will receive the tote/crate with the scanned order.
• Check that the Delivery Note/Invoice and barcoded sticker correspond.
• Check that the products in the tote/crate match the Delivery Note and quantity.
• Establish what is the most applicable form of packaging to be used for the order. (Carton or plastic bag)
• Ensure that when packing an order that fragile products are bubble wrapped and that lighter products are placed on top of heavier products to prevent damages. Liquids must be placed upright to prevent leakages.
• Place warning stickers on packed carton or plastic bag if items are fragile.
• All orders must be packed accurately and in full.
• Parcels must have the Delivery Note or Invoice on the inside and the corresponding sticker on the outside, sealed with a goose neck sealer.
• Boxes to be sealed with tape and the Delivery note or invoice placed in a plastic sleeve outside of the box with corresponding sticker.
• Once the order has been packed, place it in the allocated crate according to round number.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Staff Jobs in South Africa
What is the minimum wage for packing staff jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for packing staff is R30.68 per hour effective 1 March 2026. This equates to R5,982.60 per month for a standard 195-hour month. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the normal rate for hours exceeding 45 per week.
What is the typical salary range for entry-level packing staff in South Africa in 2026?
Under the Wholesale and Retail Sector bargaining agreement administered by the Department of Employment and Labour, entry-level packing staff earn between R6,500 and R8,200 per month as of 2026. Experienced packers with 2 years can reach R9,500 monthly. These rates apply in addition to the national minimum wage where higher.
Do I need a work visa for packing staff jobs in South Africa if I'm from another SADC country in 2026?
Foreign nationals from SADC countries require a General Work Visa from the Department of Home Affairs for packing staff roles, as they are not on the Critical Skills List. You need a confirmed job offer advertised for 30 days on the ESSA database first. The visa is valid for up to 5 years with annual renewals costing R1,520.
What qualifications or experience are required for packing staff jobs in South Africa?
No formal qualifications are required for entry-level packing staff per the Basic Conditions of Employment Act via the Department of Employment and Labour; Grade 10 or equivalent is sufficient. Employers prefer 6 months warehouse experience for safety compliance. All must complete free induction training on health and safety.
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