AddressWE ARE LACTALIS AUSTRALIA
We are owned by the Lactalis Group, the world's largest producer of dairy goods. We span over 94 countries, 250 production sites and 80,000 employees. At the heart of our Australian business we have over 2,200 passionate employees, working closely and constructively with some 500 Australian farmers to produce the finest dairy products in the country.
Pillar brands such as Harvey Fresh, Pauls, Jalna, Oak, Ice Break, Tamar Valley Dairy, Vaalia, President and Galbani provide Lactalis Australia with a deep national footprint for growth and prosperity.
Where you will be working
Lactalis Harvey Fresh in Western Australian is nestled amongst the fields of the beautiful Southwest Region of Harvey. This farming rich region is well known for producing premium fruit and first grade milk.
About this Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated Production Operator to join the team. Reporting to the Production Coordinator, you will be responsible for operating production lines and associated equipment.
You must have a strong focus on quality and safety and be able to work as part of an effective team. You will need a proactive and positive attitude with the ability to deliver high quality work. Previous experience in operating filling production lines, and/or processing equipment such as pasteurisation, mix plants, storeroom management and stocktaking multiple SKUs in the food industry is preferred.
Key accountabilities of the role are:
- Operating production lines and associated equipment to comply with company specifications, operational and safety standards;
- Maintain hygiene standards of production lines and factory areas;
- Minimise wastage including product, ingredients, packaging, process inputs, time and chemicals;
- Report excessive wastage, defective products and equipment malfunction;
- Isolate and identify defective product;
- Meet required production schedules;
- Provide product samples for quality assurance testing, according to instructions;
- Appropriately remove all waste product, packaging materials, etc. from production area to waste disposal at regular intervals during production run;
- Accurately complete relevant quality and safety documentation.
To be successful in this position, you will have:
- Experience in machine or process operation, preferably in the dairy or food industry;
- Fault finding/ troubleshooting skills;
- Solid understanding of GMP and HACCP principles;
- A working knowledge of SAP is desirable but not essential;
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal;
- Qualification in food processing is desirable but not essential;
- Ability to work shift work, overtime and weekends as required.
To Apply
If you are confident that you have the ambition, drive and competency to succeed in this role, please submit your application, including your current resume by selecting ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts.
Note: Selected candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. A workplace where everyone can bring their full selves to work, enabling each person to reach their full potential. We understand the value of attracting and retaining employees with differing backgrounds and the contribution that diversity brings.
At Lactalis, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
More about Lactalis Australia
Click on the link to learn more about Lactalis Australia and our journey which has led us to become the World’s No.1 Dairy Company https://lactalis.com.au
We would like to take the opportunity to thank you in advance for applying for this position, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If this isn’t your time to work with us we wish you all the best in your career search and welcome you to apply for positions with Lactalis Australia in the future.
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