Sausage Packer

Yalelo is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Sausage Packer to join our warehouse and production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for packing sausage products efficiently and accurately, ensuring daily production volumes are met while upholding strict quality and food safety standards. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and takes pride in consistency and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Pack sausage products according to daily production schedules and volume targets set by the Production Supervisor.
• Operate and monitor packing line equipment, including fillers, mincers, and mixers, ensuring smooth and continuous workflow throughout each shift.
• Verify pack weights meet specified tolerances before sealing and dispatch.
• Inspect seals and packaging for integrity, identifying and removing any defective units before they reach quality control or customers.
• Maintain accurate records of daily output, rejects, and downtime.
• Report any equipment malfunctions, packaging shortages, or quality concerns to the Production Supervisor immediately.
• Adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety protocols (HACCP, GMP, or equivalent standards).
• Keep the packing area clean, organized, and compliant with sanitation schedules.
• Collaborate with team members and shift supervisors to resolve bottlenecks and meet production targets.
• Participate in stock rotation and support general warehouse duties as required.

Performance Goals & KPIs

Performance in this role is measured against two core KPIs, each weighted equally at 50%. Consistent achievement of production volume targets alongside tight quality control (accurate pack weights and secure seals) is central to success in this position.

• Complete daily sausage run to volume specified by production supervisor. 50%
• Maintain pack weights/seal integrity to prevent quality downgrades. 50%

Working Conditions

• Warehouse and cold-chain production environment.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all times.

• Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent;
• Certificate in food production, warehousing, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Previous experience in a food production, meat processing, or FMCG packing environment preferred.