INTRODUCTION
An Assistant Operator position is available in Beverages Packaging in Roodekop. The role supports packaging operations by filling in for absent or unavailable staff and helping maintain smooth production during shifts.
Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous manufacturing or packaging experience is preferred but not mandatory, while the ability to follow technical instructions, work shifts and perform repetitive physical tasks is required.
QUICK FACTS
Closing Date: September 10, 2026
Location: Roodekop
Job Type: Full time, onsite
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; ability to operate basic machinery and follow technical instructions; attention to detail; flexibility to work different shifts and packaging lines; good communication and teamwork skills; physically fit for repetitive tasks and moderate lifting.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Assistant Operator supports the Beverages Packaging team by temporarily filling in when regular employees are absent or unavailable.
The successful candidate will help operate and monitor beverage packaging machinery, keep packaging materials available, maintain hygiene standards and support production across different packaging lines.
The position is full time and onsite in Roodekop. Work takes place in a fast-paced production environment and may involve shifts, weekends or holidays when required.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Applicants should have:
A high school diploma or equivalent.
The ability to operate basic machinery and follow technical instructions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Flexibility to work across different shifts and packaging lines.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Physical fitness to handle repetitive tasks and moderate lifting.
Experience:
Prior manufacturing or packaging experience is preferred but not mandatory.
Added advantage: Prior experience in manufacturing or packaging.
PROGRAMME / JOB BENEFITS
Full-time employment opportunity.
Onsite work in Roodekop.
Practical exposure to beverage packaging operations.
Experience working with packaging machinery and production processes.
Exposure to quality, hygiene, health, safety and food safety requirements.
Opportunity to work across different packaging lines depending on operational needs.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
This opportunity can help you gain experience in:
Operating and monitoring beverage packaging machinery.
Packaging quality checks and maintaining production standards.
Following standard operating procedures.
Health, safety, hygiene and food safety practices.
Working with packaging materials and inventory.
Teamwork and communication in a production environment.
Adapting to different packaging lines and responsibilities.
Working in a fast-paced manufacturing and packaging environment.
KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate and monitor beverage packaging machinery, including bottling, labeling, sealing and palletizing equipment.
Ensure bottles, cans, labels and cartons are available and properly loaded.
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the packaging area according to hygiene standards.
Conduct routine checks to ensure packaging quality meets company specifications.
Report equipment malfunctions and safety hazards to supervisors promptly.
Follow standard operating procedures and comply with health, safety and food safety regulations.
Assist with inventory control of packaging materials when required.
Provide support across different packaging lines according to operational needs.
Work with team members to meet daily production targets.
LOCATIONS AND REFERENCE NUMBERS
Roodekop
Roodekop — JR003003
HOW TO APPLY
1. Review the Assistant Operator vacancy and its requirements.
2. Prepare the required application information and supporting documents.
3. Submit your application through the employer’s online careers application for the vacancy.
4. Make sure you apply for the correct position and use reference number JR003003 where required.
5. Submit your application before the closing date of September 10, 2026.
IMPORTANT NOTES
The position is onsite in Roodekop.
The work is shift-based and may include weekends or holidays when required.
The working environment includes extended periods of standing, noise, moving machinery and packaged beverage products.
Performance is assessed through packaging accuracy and consistency, adherence to safety and hygiene standards, adaptability and contribution to production targets during relief periods.
In accordance with the employment equity plan and employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
FINAL WORD
If you meet the requirements and are interested in the Assistant Operator opportunity in Roodekop, submit your application before September 10, 2026, using reference number JR003003.