Packing & Warehouse Operator

3 days ago

Yarraville, Victoria, Australia Wilmar Sugar and Renewables Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Bring your hands-on skills and teamwork to one of Australia's most iconic FMCG brands and help deliver the sweet things Australians love.

Sugar Australia has an exciting opportunity for a Packing & Warehouse Operator to join our team at our Yarraville VIC manufacturing site. You'll be part of a supportive crew producing high-quality sugar products for households and leading food brands across the country. You'll play a key role in safely operating plant and packaging equipment, ensuring high quality production standards, and supporting the running of warehouse operations.

This is a permanent full time position reporting to the Packing Team Leader and operates on a 3 weekly 12 hour rotating shift roster averaging 36 hours per week. The roster consists of:

Week 1: Monday D/S; Tuesday D/S; Wednesday N/S; Thursday N/S

Week 2: Wednesday D/S; Thursday D/S; Friday D/S

Week 3: Monday N/S; Tuesday N/S

What you'll be doing:

In this dual packing and warehouse role, you'll ensure products are made, packed, stored and dispatched safely and efficiently. You will:

  • Operate and monitor automated packaging machinery and equipment to produce high quality finished goods
  • Carry out warehouse activities including forklift operation, truck loading/unloading and inventory movement
  • Complete shift logs, production data, pre-start checks and quality documentation accurately
  • Use SCADA systems and testing equipment to verify product quality
  • Troubleshoot issues with equipment and work with maintenance to minimise downtime
  • Support minor repairs and contribute to continuous improvement activities
  • Maintain food safety, cleanliness and hygiene standards in line with GMP requirements
  • Assist with stock dispatch and liaise with drivers to ensure Chain of Responsibility (CoR) compliance
  • Escalate any packaging or product issues and assist with hold or rework requirements
  • Support training and upskilling of others and contribute to effective shift handovers

What you'll bring:

We're looking for a motivated, safety focused team player with strong attention to detail and a passion for producing quality work. You'll bring:

  • High School Certificate
  • Current Forklift Licence (LF)
  • High Risk Work Licence or trade qualification (fitting or electrical) will be highly regarded
  • Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, or warehouse environment
  • Sound literacy and numeracy skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and complete accurate documentation and records
  • Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to follow procedures, meet production targets and maintain high accuracy
  • Strong teamwork, communication and adaptability
  • Flexibility to work rotating shiftwork and operate effectively with minimal supervision

About Sugar Australia:

Sugar Australia is the nation's trusted partner in sugar and ingredient solutions, enabling our customers to make great products for every home since 1855. We proudly own and operate refineries, packing facilities, sugar silo terminals, and warehouse distribution sites across the country.

You'll find our retail products at your local supermarket under the iconic CSR sugar brand. We also supply refined sugar products and many other ingredients to the industrial, foodservice, and hospitality industries, serving some of the largest brands in the country.

When you join Sugar Australia, you're not just stepping into a job – you're becoming part of a passionate, inclusive, and values-led culture that champions collaboration, learning and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including onsite parking and exclusive corporate discounts.
  • Health and wellbeing programs, regular social events, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Opportunities for career development and ongoing learning.
  • A friendly and collaborative culture, grounded in community values.
  • A strong safety first culture and commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Access to our extensive product library – perfect for those with a passion for baking.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Apply Now

Join us in creating the sweet things Australians love – apply now to start your journey with Sugar Australia.

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