Packing Room Operator/Warehouse Assistant

Packing Room Operator/Warehouse Assistant

Job Summary

Efficient and accurate blending and bottling of our product range, operating our semi-automated bottling line, conducting quality checks, and maintaining a smooth production process. This position requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, good physical fitness, and the ability to do repetitious work as part of a team of 2-3.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate bottling equipment to facilitate production
• Accurately blend bulk products following established procedures
• Assist in inventory management and packing schedules
• Work in accordance with the requirements of our HACCP Food Safety Management system
• Maintain accurate production logs, documenting quantities and quality checks
• Monitor and optimise production line efficiency
• Maintaining a clean and organised work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to optimise workflow and productivity
• Assist with packing customer orders
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols for a safe work environment

Skills and Experience

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining product quality
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Positive attitude towards repetitive tasks and a proactive approach to planning (we fill about 220,000 bottles a year).
• Be able to multitask (observe several operations while undertaking a task)
• Good mathematics skills to accurately record production data
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel; experience with databases is an advantage
• Forklift license is advantageous (willingness to obtain one if needed)
• Physically fit, as this role encompasses lifting items weighing up to 25 kilograms and engaging in repetitive tasks.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, production, or food services preferred, though not mandatory

Who we are

A for-purpose business, that uses the profit from our commercial activities to support & deliver development projects; primarily to village-based communities in developing countries, with a focus on the Solomon Islands & the Pacific. We are the group that first introduced organic virgin coconut oil, and many other coconut products, to Australia. Our company is vertically integrated; manufacturing & distributing our DME equipment, processing, importing, and packing coconut oil, as well as other coconut-related products. Our health food brand, Niulife, is our retail focus and part of the value chain that connects our remote Pacific Island communities to discerning Australian consumers.

Work Details

The job is Monday to Friday, typically from 8:00am to 4:30 pm in East Queanbeyan. (Please only apply if live within commuting distance)

Salary will depend on your experience and your work rate.

Application

Please provide a resume and a cover letter of not more than 2 pages, detailing what interests you about the job, working for Kokonut Pacific, and what skills and experience you can bring to the role.

For more information visit our websites:

www.kokonutpacific.com.au
www.niulife.com.au (you can see the products we pack in our shopping cart)
www.niulife.foundation