Production 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

• Permanent full time role, Four-day shifts per week

• Great Work Culture and Team

• Put your leadership skills to the test

We are looking for our next Production Operator who is looking to step up into a leadership role

The Role 

Our Bentley site located in Perth manufactures and distributes a range of milk and milk-based products, made with fresh milk sourced directly from over 30 farms in the Albany, Harvey, and Northcliffe regions of south-western WA. 

The team at Bentley is a multicultural and diverse bunch, spanning 20 countries from around the world The site currently manufactures more than 70 million litres a year including the state's number one flavoured milk product - Masters

We are looking for a Production Worker who has experience in an FMCG environment. While this is a typical production role, we are looking for someone who can step up into a Leading Hand or Relief Team Leader position from time to time. If you have experience running toolbox meetings, helping the team solve issues and are looking to get into a leadership role, this could be the role for you

This role is a mix of day and afternoon shifts as well as some shifts falling on Saturdays. Candidates need to be available to work these times.

Responsibilities 

• Accurate completion and recording of all quality, testing, and production-related documents.

• Working effectively and efficiently to reduce downtime

• Reporting safety incidents and maintenance requirements

• Ensuring production areas are cleaned up to quality standards

• Adhering to company safety and quality policies and procedures

About you 

• Experience in a manufacturing /warehouse environment

• Experience in a leadership role and looking to step up

• Positive attitude, attention to detail, and willingness to learn

• Basic computer literacy skills

• Good problem-solving skills

The Bega Story  

Bega Cheese Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a DARE 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 $3 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 catchups, 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 continuous insurance 

Applications

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

Must hold a current Australian driver's license.

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.