Assistant Production Planner TC

7 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Driscoll's Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
  • New junior position supporting our Tissue Culture planning function
  • Work in a brand-new state of the art facility
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you ready to take the next step in your planning career?

As the Assistant Production Planner, you will play a key role in supporting the Production Planner within our tissue culture lab to monitor outputs, coordinate despatch, and prepare reports to ensure the efficient, timely, and accurate delivery of plant cultures. This hands-on role is perfect for someone with a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a passion for process improvement in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

  • Assist in preparing and updating production schedules aligned with demand and resources
  • Monitor daily and weekly outputs, escalate issues, and generate accurate reports
  • Coordinate despatch readiness and track delivery progress
  • Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks and suggesting workflow enhancements

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

To be considered for this role, applicants will need to demonstrate the following capabilities:

  • Tertiary qualifications in administration, science, or a related discipline (advantageous)
  • At least one year of experience in planning or data analysis
  • Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel with some exposure to Power BI or other reporting tools is desirable
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Valid, unrestricted Australian working rights

ABOUT US

Driscoll's Australia is an exciting joint venture company owned by Costa Group - Australia's leading integrated growing and marketer of premium quality fresh produce and Driscoll's (USA) – the world's market leader in berries. Partnering with a broad grower base across a national footprint, Driscoll's Australia supplies year round delicious, branded berries to consumers using exclusively patented varieties developed by our joint venture partners breeding programs. Since our inception we have successfully achieved significant yearly growth and market share, enabling us to become the market leader in our category.

BENEFITS

Want to join Driscoll's? Our passion for berries extends to nurturing our people, we invest in your growth and prosperity through various benefits:

  • Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks' pay for the primary carer and up to 2 weeks for the secondary carer.
  • Mentoring and Coaching: Programs designed to support your professional development with our local and global teams
  • Employee Reward and Recognition: Service recognition awards and access to perks and discounted products through our recognition program
  • Annual Health Program: Seasonal flu shots onsite
  • Study Leave: Support your educational pursuits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Tailored well-being programs, confidential advice and big brand discounts
  • Novated Car Lease: Enjoy the convenience and savings on a novated lease

Employee benefits are subject to eligibility requirements, please visit our website to learn more about accessing our benefits as a Driscoll's employee.

Experience the Driscoll's difference. Apply now to connect with our friendly team and learn more about the exceptional employee experience at Driscoll's.

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