AddressPRODUCTION OPERATOR
Retail - Powders
- 18 month fixed term contract
- 12-hour shifts with a great shift roster
- Excellent culture, dynamic and small team
- Really good and competitive hourly rate
The Role
Bega's Koroit site manufactures a range of dairy products including skimmed and full cream milk powders, buttermilk powders, milk protein concentrate, lactoferrin powder, retail milk powders, anhydrous milk fat, liquid cream and butter. The site produces a staggering 35 tonnes of lactoferrin extract annually. Lactoferrin is a naturally occurring iron building protein found in milk, and it is regarded for its anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties.
We have an excellent opportunity for a Production Operator to join the team. You will be responsible for ensuring all production functions are carried out in an effective, efficient and timely manner and for delivering product safely, of the highest quality, at the lowest cost, with minimal waste in the correct quantity. This role specifically works across retail milk powders. Previous knowledge of this is not required to be successful in the role.
Please note this role works on shift: 12 hour shifts 6am to 6pm, three to four days a week (Mon- Wed or Mon - Thurs).
Responsibilities
- Safe setup and operation of all equipment in allocated area
- Report all safety, quality and environmental incidents and issues
- Accurate completion and recording of all quality, testing, and production related documentation
- Work effectively and efficiently to reduce downtime
- Training staff and assisting with assessment as required
- Collaboration with Cross Functional teams
About you
- Previous experience in a Production Operator role, FMCG background desirable
- Forklift license and experience desirable
- Ability to work without supervision and take direction as required
- Positive attitude, attention to detail, and eagerness to develop
- Good communication skills and ability to work and collaborate in a team
Bega Group Story
Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.
Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!
Life at Bega Group
Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.
- Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
- Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
- Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
- Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
- Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance
Applications
We will be reviewing applications as they come in, so please apply as soon as you can to be considered for the role.
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.
At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.
