Production Operator

Company description:

In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focused on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

Job description:

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

• Base rate of $40.24 p/h (incl. of casual loading) + shift allowances + OT where applicable
• Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + PPE
• Income Protection Insurance
• Annual base rate increases to align with the Simplot National Collective Agreement
• Company provided on-site soft tissue specialist appointments

About Our Role

• Corn season 2025 / 2026 casual production opportunities
• Commencement early November with corn season running until approx. May 2026
• On-the-job training provided
• 15% afternoon shift allowance + 30% night shift allowance

Simplot are seeking highly motivated candidates for casual Production Operator opportunities at our Bathurst food processing facility, in support of our 2025 / 2026 corn season. Simplot Bathurst employs approx. 250 people and having been a part of the local community since 1926, continues to produce Edgell products, as well as products for Birds Eye and Chiko. A significant investment / expansision has recently been completed at the site, transforming Simplot Bathurst into a frozen vegetable centre of excellence, enabling increased production capacity, and ultimately helping to boost local and export volumes.

Reporting to the Production Manager and commencing from early November 2025 (with likely end of season May 2026), these casual roles will work a variety of 8 hour shifts on a day / afternoon / night Monday to Saturday roster supporting our upcoming corn season production activities. Commencing base rate of pay $40.24 p/h (incl. of casual loading) + 15% afternoon shift allowance + 30% night shift allowance + weekend OT (where applicable).

Day shift hrs

Afternoon shift hrs

Night shift hrs

What You Will Do

Working within our process, packout or logistics areas - Production Operator duties will include (but are not limited to);

• Inspection & grading of incoming raw material
• Foreign object removal
• Safe operations of fixed plant processing & high speed packaging equipment
• Cleaning and sanitising of production lines
• Adherence to GMP and food safety practices
• Accurate completion of daily shift logs / system entries
• Forklift operations (for those suitably licenced & experienced candidates)
• Contribute to continual improvement (CI) processes
• Work within an active manufacturing environment

In addition, for those forklift (LF) licenced candidates - duties incl;

• Safe operations of counterbalance forklifts - transporting raw & finished good between production areas
• Use of forklift mounted RF scanners + radio communications
• Pre-start checks
• Operate within cold store environment

About You

• Possess a 100% commitment to safety, health and wellbeing in the workplace
• Ability to work across a range of 8 hour shifts (day / afternoon / night) on a Monday to Saturday roster
• Ability to undertake repetitive manual handling tasks in an active, manual role
• Capacity to work to Standard Operating Procedures
• Experience in vegetable processing or manufacturing environment will be highly regarded
• Possess a high level of attention to detail with problem solving aptitude
• Sound written and verbal communication skills, in addition to time management skills
• Team player mindset
• A current LF forklift licence and demonstrated operating experience (mandatory for applicants to be considered for a Production Operator role that include fork duties)
• Available to commence in November 2025
• Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screening)

Please click on the "Apply" button to submit your application, ensuring a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up-to-date resume are included (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT, WEDNESDAY 29th OCTOBER Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing dateSimplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us