General Worker – RCL Foods
Permanent Employment
Closing: 9 November 2026
Company: RCL Foods
Job Title: General Worker
Reference Number: RCL261102-2
Location: Pretoria West, Gauteng
Department: Supply Chain
Division: Baking
Job Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 09 November 2026
About the Company
RCL Foods is a well-established South African food manufacturing company responsible for producing some of the country’s popular brands, including Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks and Selati sugar.
The company is guided by its purpose, WE GROW WHAT MATTERS, which focuses on making a positive difference through its people, products and communities.
RCL Foods is currently looking for a suitable General Worker to join its Baking Division at the Pretoria Bakery in Pretoria West, Gauteng.
The successful candidate will report to the Stores Supervisor and perform various duties, including cleaning, picking, packing, loading and unloading stock within the packaging and ingredients store.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a similar working environment.
- Developed reading and listening skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Forklift licence will be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:
1. General Warehouse and Store Operations
- Safely unload incoming stock and move products to designated storage areas.
- Stack and store stock in the correct locations.
- Check incoming and outgoing stock for accuracy and damages.
- Report any stock quality issues or differences.
- Pick and prepare stock for dispatch.
- Ensure the correct quantities and types of stock are loaded.
- Move stock from storage areas to delivery vehicles.
- Assist with loading and unloading materials.
- Operate forklifts and other equipment where authorised.
- Assist with physical stock counts and stock rotation.
- Maintain warehouse equipment and materials.
- Perform basic cleaning and maintenance duties.
2. Safety and Security
- Assist in maintaining the security of the store.
- Protect company stock against theft, loss and damage.
- Follow company health and safety procedures.
- Comply with environmental, risk and quality standards.
- Follow HACCP and ISO requirements.
- Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping according to company procedures.
- Operate equipment safely and responsibly.
3. Teamwork and Self-Management
- Take responsibility for assigned duties.
- Plan and prioritise daily tasks.
- Maintain good productivity and quality standards.
- Communicate any challenges or delays to supervisors.
- Work effectively with colleagues and management.
- Assist team members when necessary.
- Demonstrate commitment to achieving departmental targets.
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
Key Performance Areas (KPIs)
Performance will be measured according to:
- Compliance with stock picking, stacking and handling procedures.
- Proper movement and safeguarding of company stock.
- Maintaining cleanliness and order within the store.
- Preventing stock losses, damages and theft.
- Following workplace safety and quality standards.
Important Information
This is a permanent employment opportunity for candidates who have Matric and at least one year’s relevant experience.
Applicants with forklift licences may have an added advantage during the selection process.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Company: RCL Foods
Position: General Worker
Location: Pretoria West, Gauteng
Reference: RCL261102-2
Closing Date:
09 November 2026
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Good luck to everyone applying!
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