Premier Foods Hiring Now | General Worker Stacker Jobs Aeroton Johannesburg | Packing Department Stacker | FMCG Bakery Vacancy Gauteng 2026
Premier Foods is recruiting a General Worker Stacker at their Aeroton Bakery (Site 355 — BRB Aeroton) in Johannesburg, Gauteng — permanently. This physical, hands-on packing department role manually removes materials and products from machines, stacks and palletises finished cases, inspects products for defects, applies date codes, completes finished goods tickets, and maintains a clean and safe packing environment — in a 6-day, shift-based, hot and flour-dusty factory environment.
📦 Permanent | Premier Aeroton Bakery Johannesburg | General Worker Stacker | Closing 25 March 2026 — Apply Now.
General Worker Stacker Job Overview – Premier, Aeroton
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Job Title | General Worker Stacker |
| Reference | PRE260318-5 |
| Company | Premier Foods |
| Site | 355 — BRB Aeroton |
| Department | Production (Packing) |
| Industry | FMCG / Bakery / Food Manufacturing |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Premier Aeroton Bakery, Aeroton, Johannesburg, Gauteng |
| Qualification | Grade 12 with numerical ability — essential |
| Experience | Minimum 1 year FMCG experience — essential |
| Physical Requirement | Able to lift ±25kg |
| Closing Date | 25 March 2026 |
| Application Status | ✅ Open – Apply Now |
Purpose of the Role
The General Worker Stacker ensures that all aspects of the packing department are attended to as per safety standards and operational requirements — manually removing products from machines, stacking and palletising finished cases, inspecting for defects, applying date codes, completing finished goods tickets, and maintaining a safe, clean packing area throughout every shift.
Key Responsibilities – General Worker Stacker
- Manually remove materials and products from machines and equipment — keeping the packing line flowing efficiently
- Stack and palletise finished cases on appropriate pallets — applying correct stacking patterns for stability and safe handling
- Inspect materials and products for defects — identifying and removing non-conforming product before it reaches despatch
- Apply date codes to each case with the correct manufacturing date and shift — ensuring full product traceability
- Complete finished goods tickets with all required information neatly and accurately
- Participate in all physical labour required in the packing department
- Assist with lifting, carrying, and moving heavy loads of approximately ±25kg
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment throughout every shift
Minimum Requirements – General Worker Stacker
- Grade 12 with numerical ability — essential
- Minimum 1 year FMCG industry experience — essential
- Physically fit — able to lift ±25kg, stand for extended periods
- Able to work in hot temperatures with flour dust in the packing area
Competencies
- Ability to work in a team and under pressure
- Good communication and concentration
- Accountability and respect
- Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision
Working Conditions
- 6-day position — shifts, overtime, and weekends as required
- Hot temperatures and flour dust in the packing area
Why Join Premier as General Worker Stacker at Aeroton?
- Permanent FMCG Production Employment — A permanent role in continuous bakery production — stable, formal employment in one of South Africa’s most essential food supply chains
- Product Traceability Responsibility — Date coding and finished goods ticket completion give the Stacker a direct role in food safety and product traceability — more accountability than a standard physical labouring role
- Multiple Premier Aeroton Roles Available — Premier is currently recruiting an Operator Divider, Leave Reliever Production, Storeman Assistant, and this General Worker Stacker at Aeroton simultaneously — candidates may apply for multiple roles
Career Growth Path – FMCG Production
- General Worker Stacker → Senior General Worker
- Senior General Worker → Production Operator
- Production Operator → Line Leader
- Line Leader → Shift Supervisor
Frequently Asked Questions – General Worker Stacker Jobs Johannesburg
What is palletising and why does it require specific technique? Palletising is the process of stacking finished goods cases onto a pallet in a structured, stable pattern — typically following a specific stacking configuration (brick pattern, column stack, or pinwheel) that maximises pallet stability, prevents case damage, and ensures safe handling by forklift. Incorrect palletising leads to pallet collapses, product damage, and workplace injuries. The General Worker Stacker must apply the correct stacking pattern consistently throughout every shift.
What are finished goods tickets and why must they be accurate? A finished goods ticket is a production record attached to each completed pallet or batch — recording the product type, quantity, manufacturing date, shift, line number, and any other required traceability information. Accurate finished goods tickets enable the bakery to trace any quality issue back to a specific production batch — an essential food safety and recall management requirement in FMCG food production. The Stacker’s accurate ticket completion is therefore a direct food safety function.
Why is flour dust mentioned in the working conditions? Bread production generates flour dust throughout the bakery — including in the packing area where freshly baked products are handled. Prolonged exposure to flour dust without proper PPE can cause occupational respiratory conditions. Premier provides appropriate PPE (dust masks, workwear) as required by OHS Act compliance. Candidates with respiratory sensitivities should consider this working condition carefully before applying.
How does this General Worker Stacker role relate to the other Premier Aeroton posts? Aeroton Bakery currently has four simultaneous Premier posts on this site: General Worker Stacker (packing department, physical), Operator Divider (production line, machinery), Leave Reliever Production (multi-function relief), and Storeman Assistant (stores management). All are permanent and close in March 2026. Candidates with FMCG production or stores experience may apply for any post they qualify for — submitting separate applications per reference number.
⚠️ Application Closing Date
Applications close 25 March 2026.
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