Process Operator

Process Operator – Day Shift 

• Process Operator/Machine Operator experience essential 
• Hours of Work – 8 hour shifts (5 days)
• Level 4 rates - $27.86 per hour + shift allowance (where applicable) 

ABOUT US

Barambah Organics is an award-winning Australian consumer dairy business, with iconic and well-known milk, yoghurt, cheese, cream and dairy beverage products. We have a strong passion for high quality and great tasting products with a ‘better for you’ commitment for our consumers and high energy workplace for our team.   

In addition to the Barambah Brand following an acquisition in 2021, we now include the award winning five:am yoghurt brand to our portfolio, made organically and locally at our Carrum Downs factory in Victoria.

About our role

We are looking to appoint a Process Operator, reporting to the Production Manager at our Carrum Downs factory. The Process Operator position is a critical role in assisting the Yoghurt Makers in the set up, preparation and manufacture of yoghurt, ensuring tasks are carried out to achieve the production schedule. 

To meet the demands of this important role, you will need to be a strong problem solver with a high level of interpersonal skills to develop relationships with team members. Your excellent communication and teamwork skills will be required when working in conjunction with the Production team across the shifts as well as Maintenance, Quality/Safety, Planning and R&D. 

You should have a proven track record in being proactive and dedicated when it comes to Safety and Quality as well as demonstrated Process Operating experience. 

Key responsibilities will be: 

• Support the Yoghurt Makers in carrying out all production tasks from raw milk load in and mixing, to setting up fillers and all associated equipment 
• Conduct cleaning of equipment with exceptional commitment to quality and attention to detail
• Monitor product quality throughout the production process and take positive action if deviation from the standards is observed
• Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner. 
• Ensure production CCP’s are monitored and correctly recorded
• Ensure wastage and efficiency standards are achieved. 

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role you will possess tertiary qualifications in Manufacturing/Engineering or a related field, coupled with previous experience in a Process Operator position ideally within either the dairy or food manufacturing industries, as well as:

• Solid understanding of GMP and HACCP Principles
• A working knowledge of CITECT Scada is desirable but not essential
• Highly motivated and self-driven with outstanding attention to detail
• Proven ability to build rapport across multiple internal stakeholders
• The ability to work with minimal supervision, with exceptional time management skills
• Excellent communication skills

Application Process 

Please apply online with your resume and cover letter.  Attention to detail is a strong focus in this position, therefore your cover letter needs to outline the following: 

• Your previous Process Operator/machine operator experience
• Your previous work experience within the dairy industry

Barambah Organics is committed to providing an inclusive workplace and we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.

Note: due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted