Unilever Automated Packaging Learnerships 2026

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Unilever is offering an exciting opportunity for unemployed South African youth to join its Automated Packaging Learnership at the Anderbolt Factory in Boksburg. This full-time, onsite programme is ideal for individuals passionate about manufacturing, engineering, and production operations.

If you meet the requirements and want to build a solid foundation in automated packaging processes, this could be the opportunity that launches your career.


Learnership Application Closing Date: 15 December 2025
(4 days left to apply)

Learnership Location

  • Anderbolt Factory, Boksburg
  • Function: Supply Chain
  • Reports to: Shift Coordinator
  • Terms: Full-time, Onsite
  • Job Requisition ID: R-1170902

About the Automated Packaging Learnership

This programme trains learners to operate automated packaging equipment safely and effectively. You will gain hands-on exposure to line operations, quality assurance, teamwork, mechanical processes, and workplace safety standards.


Job Purpose

The learnership equips you to:

  • Operate automated packaging systems
  • Maintain health, safety, and quality standards
  • Build business understanding
  • Develop mechanical maintenance and communication skills
  • Coordinate and support production line activities

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform general line operations and cleaning activities
  • Conduct pre-start-up checks for equipment and area readiness
  • Monitor product and packaging quality
  • Report and correct process abnormalities quickly
  • Clean and maintain machinery according to specifications
  • Prepare raw materials for production use
  • Ensure personal and team safety at all times
  • Promote eco-efficient and sustainable work practices
  • Complete all learnership assessments, assignments, and logbooks

Required Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must have:

  • Matric (National Senior Certificate) with Mathematics and ScienceOR
  • N2 / N3 / N4 Engineering qualification

Behavioural Competencies

Unilever seeks individuals who:

  • Deliver work with excellence and resilience
  • Show ownership and focus on impactful priorities
  • Think ahead, identify opportunities, and solve problems
  • Understand and care about customer and consumer needs
  • Embrace diversity, inclusion, and personal wellbeing

Important Application Requirements

  • Applications must be submitted online.
  • Email applications will NOT be processed.
  • You must attach your CV + academic results/qualifications.
  • Applications without supporting documents will be disqualified.
  • If you do not receive feedback within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful.

How to Apply

👉 Click here to apply for the Unilever Automated Packaging Learnership 2025


Final Thoughts

This learnership offers a valuable opportunity to enter the manufacturing and automation environment with one of the world’s leading companies. If you have a strong work ethic, enjoy hands-on tasks, and meet the qualification criteria, apply before 15 December 2025.

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