Packaging Technician - Growth & Benefits (OT, Training)

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Stable environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Packaging Technician for a production facility in Upington. You will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot packaging machinery to ensure efficient and high-quality packaging of products, meeting safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with packaging equipment, strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to maintaining production flow to support market readiness.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Packaging Technician or operating similar production machinery.
• Familiarity with packaging materials and methods.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor packaging machines (filling, sealing, labeling) for optimal performance.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs on packaging equipment.
• Conduct quality checks on packaged products to ensure specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure packaging materials are stocked and available for production runs.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines in the packaging area.

Skills

Packaging experience

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Packaging Technician for a production facility in Upington. You will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot packaging machinery to ensure efficient and high-quality packaging of products, meeting safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with packaging equipment, strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to maintaining production flow to support market readiness.