Production Operator

MAURI, a division of George Weston Foods (GWF), is a leading producer of yeast and yeast extracts for the food industry, providing our customers with high-quality products that meet all their needs.

We're looking for a Production Operator **(Food Manufacturing)** to join our team in Camellia and help us maintain our high standards of production and quality. The role will function on a two-week rotating roster with shift timings including Day Shift (6am-2pm), Afternoon Shift (2pm - 10pm) and Night Shift (10pm - 6am) with the Afternoon and Night Shift including extra pay loading.

**What's on offer at MAURI?**
- A culture that strives to be Safe, Courageous, Trusting, and Collaborative, in line with our values
- Attractive remuneration package, including a shift loading for afternoon and night shifts.
- Access to a range of employee benefits, including discounts to over 500 retailers
- Personal development and skill development programs, and a culture to foster your long-term career with George Weston Foods
- An equal opportunities employer who believes in embracing diversity

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Operate and monitor yeast production machinery and equipment
- Monitor and maintain yeast quality through adherence to recipe specifications, cleaning and sanitization procedures
- Preparing raw materials for production runs
- Maintain production, quality and safety records
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues
- Working in a team environment to ensure products are manufactured to meet customer needs, production targets and deadlines

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience as a Production Operator in a food manufacturing environment (experience in yeast brewing is advantageous)
- Ability to work on a rotating shift pattern, Monday - Friday, with the opportunity for occasional weekend work
- Has a high level of physical fitness to perform manual handling tasks and able to lift 25kgs
- Highly attentive to detail and commitment to quality control
- Solid literacy and numeracy skills - able to complete production documentation and calculate recipe amounts
- Forklift licence, or willingness to obtain

The most important attribute is a positive attitude and a strong work ethic, as these qualities are paramount to success in this role. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable and growing business that fosters a supportive and dynamic work environment with opportunities for career progression.

**Start the conversation**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $33.00 - $40.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Rotating roster

Supplemental pay types:

- Penalty rates

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person