Setter – Packaging Industry
Company
RPO Recruitment
Location
Cape Town
Via
via RPO Recruitment
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Job Description
Description
RPO Recruitment is currently partnering with a leading packaging company in Durban to find a skilled and experienced Setter to join their team. As a Setter in the packaging industry, you will be responsible for setting up and adjusting packaging machines to ensure efficient and accurate production.
We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a strong technical background and a passion for delivering high-quality packaging solutions.
Responsibilities:
• Set up packaging machines according to job requirements and specifications
• Adjust machine settings, including speed, temperature, and pressure, to optimize production
• Load packaging materials onto machines and ensure proper alignment
• Monitor machine operation and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency
• Troubleshoot and resolve machine issues and malfunctions
• Perform routine maintenance on machines to keep them in good working condition
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area
• Collaborate with other team members to meet production targets and deadlines
Requirements
• Previous experience as a Setter in the packaging industry
• Knowledge of packaging machines and production processes
• Strong technical skills and ability to read technical manuals and instructions
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Trade Test Certificate
• Flexibility to work different shifts and overtime as required
Benefits
RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.
Salary: negotiable.
Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
RPO Recruitment is currently partnering with a leading packaging company in Durban to find a skilled and experienced Setter to join their team. As a Setter in the packaging industry, you will be responsible for setting up and adjusting packaging machines to ensure efficient and accurate production.
We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a strong technical background and a passion for delivering high-quality packaging solutions.
Responsibilities:
• Set up packaging machines according to job requirements and specifications
• Adjust machine settings, including speed, temperature, and pressure, to optimize production
• Load packaging materials onto machines and ensure proper alignment
• Monitor machine operation and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency
• Troubleshoot and resolve machine issues and malfunctions
• Perform routine maintenance on machines to keep them in good working condition
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area
• Collaborate with other team members to meet production targets and deadlines
Requirements
• Previous experience as a Setter in the packaging industry
• Knowledge of packaging machines and production processes
• Strong technical skills and ability to read technical manuals and instructions
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Trade Test Certificate
• Flexibility to work different shifts and overtime as required
Benefits
RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.
Salary: negotiable.
Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
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.
