Assemblies Assistant (Packer)
Company
Syntech
Location
Cape Town
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
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Responsible for the final preparation and packaging of completed units, ensuring all products are securely packed to company standards and handed over to the warehouse/dispatch area within scheduled timeframes.
Minimum Requirements
• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Basic understanding of IT products (advantageous)
• Entry-level position with willingness to learn and follow processes
Duties and Responsibilities
• Packaging & Presentation: Pack completed units following QC approval, ensuring all components are secure and the external presentation is clean and professional.
• Labelling & Documentation: Accurately label all packages with relevant sales order details, shipping information, and handling instructions (e.g. fragile).
• Logistics Coordination: Transfer GRVs and custom builds to the warehouse/dispatch area at scheduled intervals (09:00, 11:00, 13:00, and 15:00).
• System Updates: Update order statuses on Monday.com to “Packed” and “Handed Over to Dispatch” to maintain accurate, real-time tracking.
• Final Quality Check: Conduct a final visual inspection to ensure there are no visible defects and that all required external accessories (e.g. cables, manuals) are included.
• Workstation Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organised packing area, ensuring sufficient stock of packaging materials at all times.
Responsible for the final preparation and packaging of completed units, ensuring all products are securely packed to company standards and handed over to the warehouse/dispatch area within scheduled timeframes.
Minimum Requirements
• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Basic understanding of IT products (advantageous)
• Entry-level position with willingness to learn and follow processes
Duties and Responsibilities
• Packaging & Presentation: Pack completed units following QC approval, ensuring all components are secure and the external presentation is clean and professional.
• Labelling & Documentation: Accurately label all packages with relevant sales order details, shipping information, and handling instructions (e.g. fragile).
• Logistics Coordination: Transfer GRVs and custom builds to the warehouse/dispatch area at scheduled intervals (09:00, 11:00, 13:00, and 15:00).
• System Updates: Update order statuses on Monday.com to “Packed” and “Handed Over to Dispatch” to maintain accurate, real-time tracking.
• Final Quality Check: Conduct a final visual inspection to ensure there are no visible defects and that all required external accessories (e.g. cables, manuals) are included.
• Workstation Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organised packing area, ensuring sufficient stock of packaging materials at all times.
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What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
