Production Operator

About Us

Mauri, part of the George Weston Foods Group, is a leading supplier of high-quality flours, yeasts, pre-mixes, improvers, grains and animal nutrition.

We believe in baking, its wholesome goodness, and how it brings people together and that's why every day we work, through insight and innovation, to provide quality products to help bakers across Australia and New Zealand.

Together, we sustainably feed the nation. To learn more about our business, please visit and

About the Role

We're looking for a Production Operator to join the team at our Camellia site to help maintain our high standard of production and quality in the manufacturing of yeast. 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). The Afternoon and Night Shift include extra pay loading.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Operating and monitoring production machinery and equipment
• Preparing raw materials for production runs
• Monitoring and maintaining yeast quality through adherence to specifications, cleaning and sanitization procedures
• Maintaining production, quality and safety records
• Working in a team environment to ensure products are manufactured to meet customer needs, production targets and deadlines
• Troubleshooting and resolving production issues

About you

To be successful in this role, you will be required to possess:

• Previous experience as a Production Operator in a food manufacturing environment
• Highly attention to detail and commitment to quality control
• Solid literacy and numeracy skills - able to complete production documentation (basic calculation skills)
• High level of physical fitness to perform manual handling tasks and ability to lift 25kgs
• Forklift licence, or willingness to obtain
• Ability to work on a rotating shift pattern including night shifts, Monday - Friday, with the opportunity for occasional weekend work

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.

What's on offer at Mauri?

• Competitive salary package plus bonus
• A culture that is Safe, Courageous, Collaborative and Trusting, in line with our values
• Ongoing learning and development
• Career opportunities within George Weston Foods and Associated British Foods
• Genuine commitment to safety and wellbeing, including access to our Employee Assistance Program with Benestar
• Discounted private healthcare and preferential hotel rates across Australia and New Zealand

We are a business that promotes diversity, has a flexible working environment and a genuine focus on personal development to support your career.

GWF is an equal-opportunity employer and invites applications from diverse backgrounds.  We value social and cultural diversity and are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. We have a Safe, Courageous, Trusting, and Collaborative culture, in line with our values.

Best of all it is a great place to work, where you can bring your authentic self

Start the Conversation

If this role sounds suitable to you, we want to hear from you. Submit your application today.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disabilities.

During the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening including a medical (includes drug & alcohol testing) and a criminal record check.

Our recruitment process typically consists of a brief, prearranged telephone or video call, followed by 2 interviews conducted in-person or over Zoom/Teams. However, we are able to adjust our process to support accessibility needs so that we can get to know you in the best way possible. Let us know how we can create a positive, barrier-free process for you via email to