General Worker: Decanter

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd invites applications for a Promix department role focused on safe, efficient milling operations. The successful candidate will perform manual material handling, quality checks, and packing documentation in a bustling milling environment.

Candidates should have 2–3 years milling experience and be able to work after hours and overtime when required. Matric/Grade 12 is essential, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and fitness.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years milling industry experience preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year as a decanter preferred.
• Matric/Grade 12 is required.

Responsibilities

• Manually remove strings from materials and products.
• Decant raw material on appropriate bins.
• Inspect materials and products for defects before use.
• Participate in any physical labour work required.
• Assist in lifting, carrying and moving heavy loads (approx. 25kg).
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Fill out packing sheets with all information neatly and accurately.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Pressure handling

Fitness

Concentration

Stamina

Accountability

Independent work

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Job description

About Premier FMCG

Premier FMCG is at the heart of South Africa’s FMCG industry, delivering trusted, iconic brands across our Bakery, Milling, Confectionery, Home & Personal Care and Culinary divisions. We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a high-performance growth culture. We empower our people to strive for excellence ensuring that our products and people make a difference in the everyday lives of our consumers

Job Purpose

To ensure that all aspects of the Promix department is attended to as per safety standards and operational requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Manually remove strings from materials and products
• Decant raw material on appropriate bins
• Inspect materials and products for defects before use
• Participate in any Physical Labour work required
• Assist in lifting, carrying and moving heavy loads as required +-25kg
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Fills out packing sheets tickets with all required information in a neat and accurate manner

Experience and Qualifications

• 2 – 3 years milling industry experience
• 6 months - 1 years’ experience as a decanter
• Matric / Grade 12

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to function in a team
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and effectively
• Good level of fitness
• Always maintain focusGood level of concentration
• Able to stand for long hours at a time
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Accountability

Working Conditions

• Milling environment – hot and noisy
• Required to work outside of normal working hours (after hours and over time)
• Working with and on heavy equipment and plant (mechanical and electrical)
• Working Shift

Diversity & Inclusion

Premier FMCG is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people living with disabilities. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act) for recruitment purposes.

Closing Date: 16 October 2026