Who we are?
MOONDARRA CHEESE is the No.1 manufacturer of soft and creamy, flavoured cheese. Established in 2001 and based in Dandenong South, we are an Australian family-owned success story that continues to expand.
Recently MOONDARRA CHEESE announced the acquisition of TARAGOCHEESE – adding to its portfolio with, amongst others, Australia’s favourite blue cheese – Shadows of Blue.
Our team of people are dedicated cheese loving professionals, surrounded in a culture of respect and positive contribution.
About the role
Moondarra Cheese is seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter to join our Maintenance Team. Reporting to the Engineering & Maintenance Manager, the successful applicant must be a qualified Mechanical Fitter and have experience in the food manufacturing or similar industry
You will be responsible for:
- Complete breakdown repairs and preventative maintenance activities to all equipment on site
- Ensure equipment is operational and available to meet production requirements of the business.
- Conduct machine inspections/preventative maintenance activities and report back any faults identified.
- Complete quality checks and ensure that quality inspections are being completed as required.
- Provide emergency breakdown repairs.
- Undertake preventative maintenance tasks.
- New installations of equipment.
- Continuous improvement and modifications to existing systems.
- Equipment monitoring.
The necessary skills and requirements:
- Trade qualified with a minimum of 5 years maintenance experience in a similar role in food or FMCG industries.
- Have a multidiscipline maintenance understanding including but not limited to mechanical, hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Commitment to complying with Company Policies and Procedures and relevant legislative requirements.
- Highly effective communication and problem-solving skills to support the business continuous improvement programs.
- Detail oriented, with excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills.
- Experience with and commitment to using MEX or similar CMMS systems.
- Strong understanding of HACCP and GMP requirements
- B License and experience in the dairy industry advantageous.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company that is a leader in its field. So, if you are highly motivated, have the required attributes, experience and qualifications then apply now by sending an updated resume & cover letter outlining why you believe you would be suitable for this role.