Packing Line Worker
Company
Work-Force
Location
Durban
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Jooble
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Job Description
About This Opportunity
Work-Force is seeking Packing Line Workers for a busy production facility in Durban. As a Packing Line Worker, you will be part of a team responsible for ensuring products are properly packed and ready for distribution.
Role Overview
In this position, you will be responsible for:
• Product Packing: Packing products on the assembly line, ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Labeling: Ensuring that products are labeled correctly before shipping.
• Quality Control: Checking for any defects or damaged products before packing.
• Speed and Accuracy: Keeping up with the fast-paced environment of the production line while maintaining quality.
• Team Collaboration: Working with other team members to ensure packing targets are met.
Qualifications
To succeed in this role, candidates should have:
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods and handle repetitive tasks.
• Attention to Detail: Ensure products are packed properly and meet quality standards.
• Reliability: Punctuality and dependability in meeting work schedules.
• Teamwork: Willingness to work with others and help meet production goals.
• Experience: Previous experience in packing or manufacturing is a plus, but not required.
Benefits of the Role
This opportunity offers:
• Competitive Pay: Hourly wage based on experience.
• Overtime Available: Potential to earn extra income during busy periods.
• Entry-Level Opportunity: On-the-job training provided for those new to production work.
• Shift Flexibility: Both day and night shifts are available.
Work-Force is seeking Packing Line Workers for a busy production facility in Durban. As a Packing Line Worker, you will be part of a team responsible for ensuring products are properly packed and ready for distribution.
Role Overview
In this position, you will be responsible for:
• Product Packing: Packing products on the assembly line, ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Labeling: Ensuring that products are labeled correctly before shipping.
• Quality Control: Checking for any defects or damaged products before packing.
• Speed and Accuracy: Keeping up with the fast-paced environment of the production line while maintaining quality.
• Team Collaboration: Working with other team members to ensure packing targets are met.
Qualifications
To succeed in this role, candidates should have:
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods and handle repetitive tasks.
• Attention to Detail: Ensure products are packed properly and meet quality standards.
• Reliability: Punctuality and dependability in meeting work schedules.
• Teamwork: Willingness to work with others and help meet production goals.
• Experience: Previous experience in packing or manufacturing is a plus, but not required.
Benefits of the Role
This opportunity offers:
• Competitive Pay: Hourly wage based on experience.
• Overtime Available: Potential to earn extra income during busy periods.
• Entry-Level Opportunity: On-the-job training provided for those new to production work.
• Shift Flexibility: Both day and night shifts are available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
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.
