Barron Packing – General Worker

Barron is looking for an entry-level Packing General Worker to join its Preproduction operations in Edenvale, Gauteng.

The permanent position involves moving, unpacking and packing stock, handling garments during the branding process, performing quality checks, cutting material and maintaining a clean production environment.

Important: Applicants need an NQF Level 4 qualification and should be comfortable performing practical production duties that include handling stock, garments, machinery and materials.

At a glance

What the position involves

The Packing General Worker will perform general duties required in Barron’s production environment. The work includes moving stock, packing branded products, handling garments during production and keeping the work area clean.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Move stock between different production areas.
• Rack and off-rack garments during the branding process.
• Place printed garments into the curing tunnel.
• Make sure printed garments are cured correctly.
• Unpack incoming stock.
• Check products against the relevant job card.
• Inspect the correctness and quality of products.
• Conduct quality-control checks on branded stock.
• Confirm that completed products match the job-card instructions.
• Pack branded stock after completing the required checks.
• Remove threading and backing from embroidered garments using embroidery scissors.
• Cut material according to templates using the cutting machine.
• Maintain production equipment and work areas.
• Keep the factory floor clean.

Minimum qualification

• An NQF Level 4 qualification.

The official vacancy does not specify a field of study, minimum school-subject results or previous work-experience requirement.

Required job knowledge

• Health and safety principles.
• Product knowledge.
• Production-process knowledge.

Required skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Time-management skills.
• Ability to follow production processes and instructions.
• Ability to check stock accurately against job cards.
• Ability to identify incorrect or poor-quality products.
• Willingness to maintain clean and organised work areas.

Salary and benefits

The official vacancy does not state the salary or remuneration package for this position.

Barron’s recruitment page lists an onsite clinic, employee product discounts and a provident fund among its general company benefits. Applicants should confirm which benefits apply to this particular position if shortlisted.

Documents to prepare

The advert does not provide a complete list of compulsory supporting documents. Applicants should prepare:

• An updated CV.
• A copy of your identity document, if requested.
• Your NQF Level 4 certificate.
• Any relevant production, health and safety or machinery-related certificates.
• Accurate details of previous employment or practical experience.
• A reliable cellphone number and professional email address.

Application checklist

• Show your NQF Level 4 qualification clearly on your CV.
• Include production, packing, factory or warehouse experience if applicable.
• Mention any experience checking products against job cards.
• Highlight your ability to follow health and safety procedures.
• Mention quality-control or garment-handling experience accurately.
• Check that your cellphone number and email address are correct.
• Upload clear and readable documents.
• Submit before the official closing date.

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About Barron

Barron is a supplier of apparel, workwear, headwear, bags, gifting products, displays and branding services. The company supplies customisable merchandise and branded-product solutions to businesses and organisations across Africa.

Learn more through the official Barron website.

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply by 16 September 2026 where possible.
• Use a simple CV that focuses on practical and production-related abilities.
• Mention packing, stock-handling, cleaning or quality-control experience.
• Include examples showing that you can follow instructions accurately.
• Do not claim experience with machinery that you have not used.
• Check that every qualification and employment date on your CV is accurate.
• Keep confirmation that your application was submitted.

Common application mistakes

• Applying without an NQF Level 4 qualification.
• Uploading an outdated or incomplete CV.
• Failing to mention relevant packing or production experience.
• Providing incorrect information about machinery experience.
• Uploading blurred or unreadable supporting documents.
• Leaving required sections of the application incomplete.
• Waiting until the closing date to submit.

Scam warning

Apply only through Barron’s official Simplify recruitment platform.

• Do not pay anyone for an application, interview, assessment, uniform or job placement.
• Do not share banking PINs, passwords or one-time PINs.
• Do not trust anyone who guarantees employment in exchange for money.
• Confirm that the vacancy title is Packing General Worker.
• Confirm that the location is Edenvale and the closing date is 17 September 2026.
• Upload personal documents only through the secure official recruitment process.

How this vacancy was verified

This vacancy was verified directly through Barron’s official Simplify recruitment listing for the Packing General Worker position in Edenvale.

The official listing confirmed the permanent employment type, entry-level classification, Preproduction business unit, NQF Level 4 requirement, responsibilities, required skills and closing date.

The vacancy does not state the salary, number of available positions, working hours, start date or detailed employment benefits.

Read more about our process on the How We Verify Listings page.

How to apply

1. Open the official Barron application page below.
2. Confirm that the position is Packing General Worker.
3. Confirm that the location is Edenvale, Gauteng.
4. Read the complete vacancy information.
5. Prepare your updated CV and qualification documents.
6. Complete the online application accurately.
7. Upload the requested supporting documents.
8. Review your contact information and qualifications.
9. Submit before the closing date.

Application closing date

The official closing date is 17 September 2026.

The exact closing time is not stated. Applicants should submit by 16 September 2026 to reduce the risk of missing the deadline because of document-upload or technical problems.