Packaging Assistant-5 – Tiger Brands
Company: Tiger Brands
Position: Packaging Assistant-5
Job Requisition: JR003079
Location: Roodekop, Gauteng
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Closing Date: 14 September 2026
Employment Equity: Preference may be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups in line with Tiger Brands’ Employment Equity Plan.
Job Overview
Tiger Brands is looking for a Packaging Assistant-5 to support packaging material management and ensure that production has the required materials available when needed. The position is based at the company’s Roodekop site in Gauteng and is a full-time, onsite opportunity.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the receipt, storage and issuing of packaging materials while maintaining accurate inventory records. The role is important to the smooth running of production because packaging materials need to be available, correctly recorded and properly stored to prevent delays and stock discrepancies.
This opportunity may be suitable for candidates who are organised, detail-oriented and comfortable working in a production, warehouse or manufacturing environment. Candidates based outside Gauteng, including those in KwaZulu-Natal, should be prepared to relocate to Roodekop if successful.
Key Responsibilities
The Packaging Assistant will assist with the day-to-day control and movement of packaging materials and will be expected to maintain accurate stock information.
Key duties include:
- Receiving packaging materials and checking that deliveries meet the required standards.
- Inspecting packaging materials upon receipt and identifying any issues or discrepancies.
- Maintaining accurate stock records and ensuring that inventory transactions are captured correctly.
- Issuing packaging materials to production according to operational requirements.
- Conducting regular stock counts and investigating differences between physical stock and recorded inventory.
- Monitoring stock levels to ensure that sufficient packaging materials are available for production.
- Coordinating replenishment when stock levels require additional materials.
- Following FIFO (First-In, First-Out) stock rotation principles to ensure materials are used appropriately.
- Ensuring packaging materials are stored correctly and in suitable conditions.
- Maintaining good housekeeping standards within the relevant storage and work areas.
- Following workplace health, safety and quality requirements at all times.
- Preparing inventory reports and reports relating to stock movements.
- Supporting accurate and efficient packaging material management to help production operate without unnecessary interruptions.
What Tiger Brands Is Looking For
The supplied advert does not specify a minimum qualification, educational requirement or years of experience for this position. Candidates should therefore carefully review the official Tiger Brands application page for any additional requirements or screening criteria that may apply during the recruitment process.
Because the role involves stock control and packaging materials, candidates who are organised, accurate and able to work responsibly with inventory may find the opportunity relevant to their experience and skills.
Attention to detail is particularly important because the role involves recording stock transactions, conducting stock counts, identifying variances and preparing inventory information.
Important Skills
The role requires an ability to work carefully and consistently while following established processes. Useful strengths for this type of position include:
- Good attention to detail
- Organisation and time management
- Accuracy when handling stock information
- Ability to follow procedures
- Teamwork and communication
- Understanding of stock control and storage practices
- Commitment to safety and quality standards
- Ability to work in an onsite production environment
Employment Details
This is a full-time, onsite position based in Roodekop, Gauteng. Candidates from outside the area should consider the relocation requirement before applying.
Tiger Brands states that, in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan and employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups.
Closing Date
🚨 Applications close on 14 September 2026.
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official Tiger Brands careers platform before the closing date and ensure that all required information is completed accurately.