VKB Group – General Worker

Production support work can be a suitable entry point for applicants who are comfortable with manual tasks, packing, housekeeping and following factory procedures. VKB Group is advertising a General Worker vacancy at Crown Bag (Pty) Ltd in Harrismith, Free State, with duties linked to production, waste recording, pallet packing and general housekeeping.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This vacancy is for a General Worker at Crown Bag (Pty) Ltd in Harrismith. The role involves general production-related tasks, including keeping work areas clean, packing bags on pallets, recording production and waste, and supporting different departments when required.

Applicants should note that this is advertised as a permanent job vacancy, not a learnership or internship. The company also states that it may expire jobs at any time at its own discretion.

Who this opportunity may suit

This role may suit applicants with previous general worker, factory, production, packing, warehouse or manufacturing experience. It is best suited to candidates who are punctual, physically able to perform manual work, comfortable working shifts, and able to follow instructions in a production environment.

What you’ll do / learn

• Maintain general tidiness in the work area.
• Perform cleaning duties.
• Complete ad hoc duties assigned from time to time.
• Record production and waste coming off the machine.
• Pack bags on pallets.
• Identify problems on bags after receiving training.
• Maintain housekeeping in the assigned area of work.
• Work in different departments when required.

Note: The official listing does not state that this vacancy includes a formal qualification or learnership programme. Applicants should treat it as a permanent manufacturing/general worker job opportunity.

Eligibility requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4.
• At least 5 years’ working experience.
• Ability to perform hard manual labour.
• Ability to keep the premises clean and tidy.
• Prepared to work alternate day and night shifts.
• Own transport.
• Constantly adding value to the function of the job.
• A valid forklift licence will be advantageous.

Skills required

• Service orientation.
• Accuracy, thoroughness and precision.
• Excellent health.
• Punctuality.
• Good attendance record.
• Ability to converse in English.
• Team player attitude.

What this role really means

A General Worker role in a bag manufacturing environment is hands-on and production-focused. The work may involve standing for long periods, packing finished bags, keeping the area clean, checking for visible problems, and recording production or waste accurately. Your CV should clearly show any experience in factories, production lines, packing, warehouse work, machine support, housekeeping, shift work or manual labour.

Application checklist

Before applying, prepare the correct documents and make sure your CV is clear, updated and easy to read.

• Updated CV in PDF or Word format.
• Certified copy of your South African ID, if requested during the application process.
• Grade 12 / Matric certificate or NQF Level 4 qualification proof.
• Details of your previous working experience, especially in manufacturing, production, packing, warehouse or general worker roles.
• Forklift licence copy, if you have one.
• Clear contact details, including your cellphone number and email address.
• Any supporting documents requested on the application form.

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Important application notes from VKB

• Use Google Chrome when accessing the career portal.
• Upload a clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word format.
• Your CV should not have handwriting on the document.
• Only submit your CV in the Upload CV section of the application form.
• Do not upload one combined PDF containing your CV, ID, driver’s licence and other documents in the CV section.
• The application form will provide space to upload supporting documents separately.
• If uploading a profile picture, make sure the minimum size is 300 x 300px.
• The application questionnaire asks whether applicants have Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• The application questionnaire asks whether applicants are able to work in cold and warm environments.
• The application questionnaire asks whether applicants are willing to work overtime, including shifts, weekends and holidays when required.

Employment equity note

The official listing shows the EE status as “Only open to EE candidates.” VKB Group also states that its approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process, and that the group supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.

About the sponsor

VKB Group is an agricultural business that supports farmers and is involved in food-related value chains. The group operates across areas such as agricultural support, processing, logistics, and market channels, with regional brands including VKB, GWK, and NTK. Crown Bag (Pty) Ltd is a packing material manufacturer in Harrismith and forms part of the VKB Group. For more information visit the VKB Group Website.

Quick tips for applicants

• Make sure your CV clearly shows at least 5 years’ working experience.
• Highlight any factory, production, packing, warehouse, cleaning or general worker experience.
• Mention if you have worked shifts or in manufacturing environments before.
• Include your forklift licence on your CV if you have one.
• Check that your phone number and email address are correct before submitting.
• Apply as soon as possible because the closing date is near and the company may expire jobs at its own discretion.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Uploading an unclear or handwritten CV.
• Not showing Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 clearly on the CV.
• Leaving out previous work experience even though the role requires at least 5 years’ working experience.
• Forgetting to mention shift-work, production, packing or manufacturing experience where relevant.
• Uploading all documents as one combined PDF in the CV upload section.
• Applying without checking transport arrangements to Harrismith.
• Submitting the application after the closing date.

Scam warning (important)

Applicants should only apply through the official VKB SimplifyHR application portal. Do not pay anyone for a job application, interview, placement or “fast-tracking” service. If someone asks for money to secure this vacancy, treat it as suspicious and verify the opportunity through VKB’s official careers platform.

How this opportunity was verified

This post was prepared using the official VKB SimplifyHR vacancy listing for “General Worker – Crown Bag (Pty) Ltd, Harrismith.” The listing was checked for the job title, employer, location, employment type, EE status, posted date, closing date, requirements, duties, skills and official application route.

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How to apply

1. Open the official VKB application link below.
2. Read the vacancy requirements carefully.
3. Prepare your CV in PDF or Word format.
4. Complete the online application form with your personal details.
5. Upload your CV in the correct CV upload section.
6. Upload supporting documents separately where the form requests them.
7. Complete the application questionnaire honestly.
8. Submit your application before the closing date.

Application Closing Date

Application Closing Date: 7 June 2026.