Packing Manager
Company
Premier
Location
Durban
Posted
27 days ago
Via
Adzuna
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Job Description
Job Description
At Premier, we recruit and invest in our employees for the long term. We believe that our growth depends on us having the right people with the right skills and the right attitude. We have a high-performance environment that attracts like-minded people who want to be their best every day and in doing so we grow together. The Purpose of a Packing Manager is to lead a high-performance packing team to deliver packed grain products in line with stock management and buffer management system requirements.
Qualification Requirements
Matric
LSS Greenbelt or Lean Leader (Essential)
Manufacturing Academy Certificate or Leadership/Supervisory Certificate equivalent (Desirable)
Advanced OSHACT certificate (Essential)
Food safety requirements (FSSC 22000) (Essential)
Experience Requirements
FMCG Packing Supervisor/Manager 2-3 Years (Essential)
Stock management system principles 2-3 Years (Essential)
Key Outputs
Supervisory and Management principles and practices (Essential)
Financial acumen to support planning, budgeting, and cost controls (Essential)
Performance management principles (Essential)
Disciplinary and grievance management process requirements (Essential)
Continuous improvement processes (Desirable)
Health, Safety, Environment and Risk Management principles pertaining to industry (Essential)
At Premier, we recruit and invest in our employees for the long term. We believe that our growth depends on us having the right people with the right skills and the right attitude. We have a high-performance environment that attracts like-minded people who want to be their best every day and in doing so we grow together. The Purpose of a Packing Manager is to lead a high-performance packing team to deliver packed grain products in line with stock management and buffer management system requirements.
Qualification Requirements
Matric
LSS Greenbelt or Lean Leader (Essential)
Manufacturing Academy Certificate or Leadership/Supervisory Certificate equivalent (Desirable)
Advanced OSHACT certificate (Essential)
Food safety requirements (FSSC 22000) (Essential)
Experience Requirements
FMCG Packing Supervisor/Manager 2-3 Years (Essential)
Stock management system principles 2-3 Years (Essential)
Key Outputs
Supervisory and Management principles and practices (Essential)
Financial acumen to support planning, budgeting, and cost controls (Essential)
Performance management principles (Essential)
Disciplinary and grievance management process requirements (Essential)
Continuous improvement processes (Desirable)
Health, Safety, Environment and Risk Management principles pertaining to industry (Essential)
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Staff Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for packing staff jobs in South African warehouses starting 1 March 2026?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the National Minimum Wage at R28.79 per hour for packing staff from 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week. Employers must display the wage schedule at all workplaces.
Do I need a matric certificate or prior experience to qualify for packing staff roles in South Africa in 2026?
Packing staff positions require only a Grade 9 certificate and no prior experience according to the Department of Employment and Labour guidelines effective 2026. Workers must be at least 18 years old and pass a basic medical fitness test for shift work.
Which documents are required when applying for packing staff jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank account details to register on the Employment Services System by 31 December 2026. A signed CV and UIF registration number are also mandatory for all applications.
What are the maximum working hours and annual leave entitlements for packing staff in South Africa for 2026?
Packing staff may not exceed 45 ordinary hours per week with a maximum of 10 hours overtime as regulated from 1 January 2026. Full-time workers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service.
