Are you looking for a hands-on, rewarding role in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry? Do you take pride in producing high-quality products while working as part of a dynamic team? Premier Waltloo Bakery in Gauteng is now hiring a General Worker Bread Packer to join their Production Department. This is a permanent position ideal for individuals who are reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in a thriving manufacturing environment.
If you’re someone who values teamwork, accuracy, and consistency, this role offers the perfect opportunity to build your career in FMCG production while being part of a company committed to maintaining the integrity and excellence of its products—the Premier way.
Why Apply for the General Worker Bread Packer Role?
This position is not just a job; it’s a chance to develop key skills in production, quality management, and warehouse operations. As a General Worker Bread Packer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring every loaf of bread meets Premier’s high standards before it reaches consumers.
You’ll benefit from:
- Hands-on experience in a reputable FMCG environment.
- Exposure to modern production processes and equipment.
- Opportunities to develop accuracy, numerical, and quality control skills.
- A permanent role with competitive working conditions in a stable industry.
For candidates with 1–2 years of FMCG experience or those looking to grow their career, this role offers real potential for advancement.
Key Responsibilities of a General Worker Bread Packer
As part of the Production Department, your daily responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining Product Quality – Ensuring all bread products meet Premier’s strict standards for taste, appearance, and packaging integrity.
- Housekeeping – Keeping the production area clean, organized, and safe at all times.
- Compliance – Following company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), hygiene protocols, and food safety regulations.
- Production Efficiency – Meeting daily production targets without compromising quality.
- Asset Maintenance – Participating in the planned maintenance of assigned equipment and ensuring proper functionality.
- Stock Handling – Picking, stacking crates, and managing damage repacks efficiently.
- Documentation & Records – Accurate record-keeping for production batches, quality checks, and inventory management.
- Health & Safety – Complying with all workplace safety standards in a factory environment.
You will be required to work in a pressurized environment that may include heat, noise, and maize dust, and occasionally outside standard hours including overtime, weekends, and public holidays.
Skills and Attributes Required
- Production Knowledge – Understanding the production process and quality management principles.
- Equipment Operation – Ability to operate and maintain scales and other production equipment.
- Numerical Skills – Proficiency in converting units and calculating batch requirements accurately.
- Attention to Detail – Extreme care in ensuring products meet quality standards and documentation is precise.
- Teamwork & Communication – Ability to work collaboratively and respect colleagues.
- Work Ethic – Accountability, urgency in completing tasks, and a results-driven mindset.
- Adaptability – Comfortable working in a factory environment and flexible to meet production demands.
Values that Premier holds in high regard include innovation, continuous improvement, teamwork, accountability, a results-oriented approach, and respect for colleagues and processes.
Qualifications and Experience
- Education: Matric / Grade 12 certificate.
- Experience: 1 to 2 years’ experience in the FMCG industry or similar production environment.
Working Conditions
This role is based at Premier Waltloo Bakery in Gauteng and involves:
- Working in a factory environment that can be hot, noisy, and dusty.
- Standing for extended periods and performing physical tasks such as lifting, stacking, and picking.
- Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and public holidays when required.
- Maintaining composure and efficiency in a pressurized production setting.
What You Will Gain
Joining Premier Waltloo Bakery as a General Worker Bread Packer means being part of a team that values excellence, safety, and growth. You’ll gain:
- Professional Development – Learning production standards, quality management, and factory operations.
- Career Advancement – Opportunities to grow within Premier and explore other roles in production or operations.
- Stability – A permanent position in a leading FMCG company known for its dedication to quality and employee well-being.
If you’re passionate about food production, thrive in a structured environment, and want to build a career in FMCG, this is the perfect role for you.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application before the closing date: 19 September 2025. Make sure to reference PRE250912-10 when applying.
This is your chance to join Premier Waltloo Bakery, a company dedicated to delivering high-quality bread to South Africa while fostering a supportive and growth-focused workplace. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a team that values integrity, precision, and collaboration in every loaf they produce.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What type of experience is required?
A: 1–2 years’ experience in the FMCG industry or similar production roles.
Q: Do I need a matric certificate?
A: Yes, a Matric / Grade 12 is required.
Q: What kind of environment will I work in?
A: A busy factory environment with noise, heat, and maize dust. Safety and hygiene are top priorities.
Q: Will I be required to work overtime?
A: Yes, occasional overtime, weekends, and public holiday work may be required.
Q: What qualities make someone successful in this role?
A: Attention to detail, accuracy, teamwork, accountability, adaptability, and a results-oriented mindset.
Start Your Career in FMCG Today!
If you are ready to join a team that values quality, efficiency, and growth, apply now for the General Worker Bread Packer role at Premier Waltloo Bakery in Gauteng. Build your skills, gain experience, and be part of a company that prides itself on delivering excellence in every product.
