Job Information
Simplot Production Operator / Forklift (Casual) - Bathurst in Llanarth, Australia
Production Operator / Forklift (Casual) - Bathurst
Apply now »
Date: 18 Sep 2024
Location: Llanarth, NSW, AU, 2795
Company: Simplot
In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company’s core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to Australia and New Zealand’s major retail and foodservice customers and are part of Simplot’s Global Food business. With 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, Simplot Global Food serves retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, and employs 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific.
In Australia, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating food that maximises 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 Leggo’s, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
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
Simplot are seeking highly motivated candidates for multiple casual opportunities in the role of Production Operator at our Bathurst based food processing facility. Simplot Bathurst is referred to as “The Home of Edgell”, being the original birthplace of the well-loved Australian brand. The site first began canning production in 1926 under Gordon Edgell, producing a vast array of products under this brand. Nowadays, the vegetable and snacking processing plant, which employs over 150 people, continues to produce Edgell products, as well as products for Birds Eye and Chiko.
Commencing immediately, these critical roles will involve safe operations of fixed plant processing equipment and forklifts across a variety of day / afternoon / night shifts during our Mon-Sun operations, 8 hour shifts. Candidates who possess prior food processing, packing or harvest experience are encouraged to apply.
Ordinary rates of $37.93 p/h (incl. of 25% casual loading) + shift loading & penalties.
Training provided
Fully supplied boots, PPE and laundered uniform provided
The opportunity to work with a truly global business
What You Will Do
Working to process a variety of vegetables & snack lines incl. broccoli, cauliflower, corn - duties will include (but are not limited to);
Safely operate a variety of fixed plant process & packing equipment within a busy production environment incl. monitoring of system processes & information / adjusting system settings to ensure quality of product is maintained to the defined standard
Adhere to GMP and food safety practices
Grading / sorting / quality inspection / foreign object removal
Contribute to continual improvement processes in conjunction with peers, Team Leaders and Area Managers
Production Operator roles that includes fork duties but not limited to;
Safely transport product between our production areas and cold stores
Use of fork mounted RF systems + radio communications
Operate within our cold store
Perform pre-start checks on forklift equipment
Work within a factory environment that has varying temperatures / noise levels (PPE provided)
About You
Possess a 100% commitment to safety in the workplace
Ability to work across a variety of 8 hour shifts (day / afternoon / night)
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures
Demonstrated experience within a manufacturing, process or mechanical related role - FMCG experience will be adventagous
Have a high standard of mechanical & problem solving aptitude
Possess a high attention to detail
Possess a high level of both written and verbal communication skills, in addition to time management skills and the ability to work to production schedules
Ability to work within a team environment
Possess positive communication skills
A current LF forklift licence and demonstrated operating experience (mandatory for applicants to be considered for a Production Operator role that include fork duties)
Ability to undertake in-house aptitude testing as part of the recruitment process
Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screening)
Available to commence immediately
The Perks
Company provided soft tissue specialist appointments
On-site car parking
Income Protection Insurance
Discounted gym memberships
Discounted health Insurance
Please click the "Apply" button to submit your covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up to date resume (must include 2x work related referees) Please note, you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT SUNDAY 06/10/2024 (shortlisting may commence during the advertising period)
Job Requisition ID: 19351
Travel Required : None
Pay Grade : Step and Grade
Location(s): GF Bathurst Plant - Llanarth
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
Apply now »