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Simplot Production Operator (Casual) - Ulverstone in Ulverstone, Australia
Production Operator (Casual) - Ulverstone
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Date: 19 Sep 2024
Location: Ulverstone, TAS, AU, 7315
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 Australia are seeking applicants for the position of Production Operator for casual opportunities at our Ulverstone based manufacturing facility. Simplot Ulverstone processes around 300,000 tonnes of potatoes from 165 Tasmanian potato growers each year and manufactures high quality product within a state of the art, modern plant.
Commencing early November, these critical roles will involve safe operations of fixed plant processing and packaging equipment and will work a variety of day / night shifts (12 hours) across a 7 day roster.
Ordinary rates of $38.35 p/h (incl. of 25% casual loading) + shift loading & penalties.
Fully supplied and laundered uniform
Boots & PPE provided
Full training provided
What You Will Do
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
Meet production plans & targets
Contribute to continual improvement processes in conjunction with peers, Team Leaders and Area Managers
Liaise with maintenance team (mechanical & electrical) in relation to both preventative maintenance and breakdowns
Work within a factory environment that has varying temperatures / noise levels (PPE provided
About You
Possess a 100% commitment to safety in the workplace
Demonstrated experience within a manufacturing, process or mechanical related role - FMCG experience will be highly regarded
Mechanical & problem solving aptitude
Ability to commit to 12 hour shifts (day & night) whilst being on feet for the majority of the shift
Experience in safety & quality systems and procedures
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 proactively whilst unsupervised whilst also being able to work within a team environment
Possess positive communication skills
A current LF forklift licence and demonstrated operating experience would be advantageous
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)
The Perks
Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + PPE
On-site canteen
On-site car parking
Discounted health insurance options
Discounted gym memberships
APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT Sunday 13th October 2024 (shortlisting may commence during the advertising period)
Job Requisition ID: 20007
Travel Required : None
Location(s): GF Plant - Ulverstone
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
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