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Form of work Simplot Australia is a food manufacturing and agriculture business encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood, and sauce operations that supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to Australia and New Zealand’s major retail and food service customers.
As a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, we are focused on creating food Australians and New Zealanders love by maximising value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations, and include the likes of Leggo’s, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
We have five manufacturing sites in Australia and six sales sites and employ almost 2000 people across these operations. We are an integral part of the global J.R. Simplot Company.
Culture and Benefits
At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
Respect for Resources
Spirit of Innovation
Passion for People
We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.
Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.
About our Role(s)
Simplot Australia are seeking applications for the positions of Production Operator to be engaged on a casual basis at our Kelso based food manufacturing facility.
Commencing ASAP, these roles will form an integral part of our preparation and packing teams involved in the manufacturing of frozen seafood products & snack lines.
Our facility operates over a Monday - Saturday roster with day / afternoon / night shifts (8 hour shifts)
Ordinary rates of $39.44 p/h (incl. of 25% casual loading) + shift loadings & penalties (where applicable)
On the job training provided
Fully supplied and laundered uniform
Boots & PPE provided
The opportunity to work with a truly global business
What You Will Do
Undertake all required safety and job specific training
Safely operate a range of fixed plant processing & high speed packing equipment
Work in conjunction with our wider production and site management teams to achieve production targets
Contribute to site continuous improvement processes
Work across a variety of day / afternoon / night shifts
About You
Possess a 100% commitment to health, safety and wellbeing within the workplace
Be available for an ASAP commencement
Manufacturing experience would be advantageous but not essential
A willingness & ability to work across a variety of day / afternoon / night shifts (Mon-Sat)
Possess positive communication skills and the desire to learn and retain new skills
Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screening)
The Perks
Ordinary hourly rates of $39.44 (incl. of 25% casual loading) + shift loadings & penalties (where applicable)
Access to site based soft tissue centre appointments
Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + PPE
Access to discounted health insurance & gym memberships
Discounted rates on Microsoft Home suite of products
Please click on the "Apply" button to submit your application including a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role + an up-to-date resume (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 12/02/2023
Job Requisition ID: 12622
Travel Required: None
Pay Grade: Step and Grade
Location(s): SAPL Plant - Kelso
Country: Australia
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com
