Production Machine Operator/leading Hand

Rare opportunity to make your mark and join an iconic Australian food company known for its market-leading brands and commitment to delivering quality products. _
- Dynamic role whereby no two days will be the same
- Develop your career in a supportive, fun and professional team and culture
- Located in Pakenham - **AFTERNOON SHIFT 3pm to 11:06pm**

**_The Business_**
Patties Food Group is a value-led organisation with a rich Australian history, home to some of our most iconic and enduring brands including Four’N Twenty, Patties, Herbert Adams, Nanna’s, Lean Cuisine, Weight Watcher and On the menu. Our company values of courage, trust, integrity, and ownership reflect our origin as a proudly local company and have helped form a strong foundation for international growth. Patties is the market leader in frozen savoury and frozen meals categories, with 6 manufacturing sites across Australia and New Zealand, and a workforce of over 1700. Our purpose is to delight our customers with delicious and convenient food, yesterday, today and forever.
Of course, along with brands, and great assets, the other vital ingredient in our recipe for success is -**GREAT PEOPLE**, and that is where you come in

**The Role**
As a Production Operator on afternoon shift located in Pakenham; you will be an integral part of our team, working within our fast-paced production lines performing a range of duties including machine operation, production, cleaning, packing, fault finding and maintaining our manufacturing area.

Knowledge of food manufacturing highly regarded and advantageous
- Reporting to the Shift Manager, your main duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to;
- Ensure all activities comply with the company’s relevant OH&S policies and procedures - safety first culture.
- Strong machine operator skillset preferably in the food manufacturing sector
- Understands and adheres to work orders or procedural instructions appropriate for each job, function, or assignment before commencing work.
- Performs any specified quality assurance checks designated for each job, function, or assignment.
- Maintains good housekeeping and a clean work area in the assigned work area.
- Assures that all work assigned to this position is performed in accordance with specifications, instructions, and requirements.
- Meet production output and standards within the agreed time.
- Commit to and contribute to quality and improvement initiatives.
- Responsible with a commitment to support the plan to implement a site-wide ongoing Food Safety Culture plan.

**The person**
To be successful in this role you will have demonstrated experience in the food manufacturing sector, with a minimum 2 years’ experience as a machine operator.
- Have strong communication skills both verbal and written
- High level of attention to detail and ability to proactively plan
- Be able to adapt and be flexible in the way of change
- Ability to problem solve to make informed decisions to allow escalation if required
- Be a true team player and contribute to team collaboration and trust
- Unlimited working rights
- permanent role

**What we offer you**
At Patties Food Group we are passionate about our people, brands and culture We are an Equal Opportunity employer, committed to providing an inclusive environment where all employees are treated fairly and with respect. As a member of the Patties Food Group team, you will have access to;
- Generous employee benefits that compliment a positive work/life balance
- Take home products for you and your family to enjoy
- Employee Assistant Program (EAP) services, supportive parental leave options and engagement activities
- Access to onsite shop outlet with heavily discounted products
- Patties people; hungry humble and focussed. Join us now