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Form of workAbout the Company
Mildura Fruit Company packs and markets a full range of fruit from more than 120 growers in the horticultural regions of Sunraysia, Riverland and Riverina to destinations around the world. Our unparalleled experience in the industry has also enabled us to diversify from marketing solely citrus to becoming a preeminent exporter of a wide range of produce.
About the Role
Reporting to the Production Supervisor the Packing Shift/Line Leader is a newly created role, which will manage fruit packing and handling operations to maximise efficiency, safety and quality
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all fruit packing operations.
- Manage the recruitment process for casual production team members.
- Responsible for establishing and maintaining a good work culture where team members work harmoniously, safely, productively.
- Ensure that all team members of the production team are aware of their roles and responsibilities.
- Ensure all team members are correctly trained as per company procedures and policies, by identifying and providing training for knowledge gaps as required.
- Manage and ensure the safe operation of forklifts.
- Report repairs and maintenance requirements promptly and assist in developing appropriate responses from the maintenance team.
- Report repairs and maintenance requirements promptly and assist in developing appropriate responses from the maintenance team.
- Assist in shutdown duties including machinery and shed maintenance
- Assist in shutdown duties including machinery and shed maintenance.
Skills and Experience:
- Forklift License
- Understanding and have commitment to staff safety and product and shed quality requirements
- Mechanical skills and a reasonable understanding of automation/machinery equipment and workings
- Strong communication and interpersonal skill with a demonstrated ability to communicate and liaise effectively with staff.
- Well developed work planning and organization skills, and demonstrated ability to address fluctuating work demands and changing priorities.
- Ability to manage and organise staff and have excellent leadership skills.
- Ability to manage and improve packing operation efficiency.
- Appropriate regard for confidential and sensitive information.
- Reasonable computer skills.
The Benefits:
- Superb company culture
- Supportive management
- Flexible working
- Competitive remuneration
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Service Recognition Program
- Learning and Development Opportunities
