Manufacturing Operator

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us
- Day/Afternoon shift role, Sun to Fri roster
- Permanent full time role
- Great Work Culture and Team
- Competitive hourly rate

The Role

We currently have a position vacant for a Manufacturing Operator. You will be working in a fast-paced environment in our Processing & Packaging departments, covering day and afternoon shift rotation. You will be working 5 days per week including Sunday as a standard working day.

Our Salisbury site in Adelaide's northern suburbs manufactures a range of more than 78 milk and milk-based products. This site is a combined production and distribution facility producing well-known brands such as Pura, Dairy Farmers, Farmers Union, and Feel Good; and distributes predominantly SA and NT, but also NSW and VIC.

This position works on a rotating roster which includes a mix of day shift (6:30am to 3:20pm) and afternoon shift (3pm to 11:30pm). Sunday is also included as a standard working day. You have to be comfortable working these hours.

**Responsibilities**:
- Support the existing rotating roster for Processing and Packaging with day and afternoon shifts.- Ensuring Safety & Quality standards in the area are maintained in accordance with Bega policies.- Accurate batching and testing of white and flavoured milks to ensure specifications are achieved.- Operation of processing equipment including highly automated control systems and manual ingredient batching.- Responsible for receival, storage, & use of incoming raw milk.- Operation of bottle and carton filling machines, and crate packaging equipment.- General housekeeping & equipment cleaning to quality standard.

About you- Experience in the beverage, FMCG or food manufacturing industry.- Strong commitment to Safety and Quality standards.- Able to work autonomously.- Good computer literacy.- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.- Passion for continuous improvement.- Valid forklift licence (not essential).

The Bega Story

Bega Cheese 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 at Bega. Being recently named in the _Top 10 Strongest Australian Brands of 2022, _our vision is to become The Great Australian Food Company

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $2 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 Bega, 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

Life at Bega

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

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical_._