Factory Hand / Food Production Trainee
Job Description
Casual position with consistent full time hours.
The successful applicant will initially be employed on a casual basis, with a view to permanent full time employment for the right person.
About Us
We are a Melbourne based dry food milling and blending business supplying ingredients to food manufacturers and other commercial customers.
We are looking for a reliable and practical person to join our team in a hands on food production role.
Experience in food manufacturing, machinery operation or warehousing would be helpful, but is not essential. We are prepared to train the right applicant.
The most important qualities are reliability, physical fitness, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and the ability to follow instructions and work safely.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with dry food production, milling, sieving and blending work
Help set up and clean down machinery and production areas
Pack finished products into bags and containers
Stack and palletise finished products
Lift and handle bags weighing between 10kg and 25kg
Keep production and warehouse areas clean and organised
Assist with loading and unloading deliveries and collections
Use a forklift if licensed and trained
Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures
Complete basic production records and job documentation
Use email, mobile phone photos and basic computer systems as part of daily work
Assist with general factory and warehouse duties as required
Skills and Experience
Reliable, punctual and willing to work
Physically fit and comfortable with regular manual handling
Able to follow instructions and procedures
Good attention to detail
Comfortable working in a food manufacturing environment
Willing to learn machinery, production and food safety processes
Basic computer, email and mobile phone skills
Forklift licence would be highly regarded but is not essential
Previous experience in factory work, food production, warehousing, packing or labouring would be an advantage
Physical Requirements
This is an active and physically demanding role.
Applicants must be comfortable with:
Regular lifting and handling of bags weighing between 10kg and 25kg
Stacking products onto pallets
Standing for extended periods
Bending, reaching and manual handling throughout the day
Cleaning machinery and work areas
Wearing required PPE
Working around food ingredients, dust and production equipment
Training
Training will be provided for the right applicant.
Over time, the successful applicant may be trained in dry food milling, sieving, blending, production documentation, food safety procedures, forklift work and customer delivery documentation.
To Apply
Please submit your resume together with a brief summary of your work history and why you would suit a hands on food production role.
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
