Junior Production Assistant (Entry Level)

Hired Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a reliable Junior Production Assistant to support production and administrative tasks in Boksburg. The ideal candidate should have a Matric certificate and at least 2 years of office experience. Responsibilities include printing labels, filing documents, and assisting supervisors. This position requires punctuality and a proactive attitude due to limited public transport access.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in an office or administrative environment.
• Efficient in a fast-paced work setting.
• Punctual and reliable with transport accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Print product labels and production documentation.
• File and organise documents.
• Act as a runner between offices and production floor.
• Assist supervisors with operational tasks.
• Support administrative and production workflows.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to follow instructions

Proactive attitude

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Job description

Job Specification: Junior Production Assistant (Entry Level)

Location: Bartletts, Boksburg
Salary: R7,000 – R8,000 per month
Benefits: No additional benefits currently offered (medical aid, pension, etc.)

About the Company

Our client is a well-established organisation based in Bartletts, Boksburg, operating within a production and manufacturing environment. The team is expanding and requires reliable entry-level support within both the production and administrative areas.

Purpose of the Role

The Junior Production Assistant will support both the planning office and the production floor with basic administrative duties, document handling, and day-to-day operational assistance.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Printing product labels and production documentation
• Filing and general document organisation
• Acting as a runner between the planning office and the production floor
• Assisting floor supervisors with operational tasks as required
• Supporting administrative and production workflows

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• At least 2 years’ experience in an office or administrative environment
• Basic computer literacy (email, printing, simple data entry)
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Must be punctual and reliable, considering the transport limitations at the current site
• Preferably resides in or near Boksburg due to transport accessibility

Additional Information About the Work Environment

• The factory is not easily serviced by public transport; only some taxis from Boksburg come close to the premises. Candidates relying on taxi transport must ensure they can consistently arrive on time.
• On-site parking is limited. Staff members who drive may need to park outside the business park. This area is adjacent to the guardhouse and considered secure.
• Standard working hours and any overtime requirements can be discussed during the interview.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and punctual
• Proactive and willing to assist where needed
• Detail-oriented
• Able to work well within a team