Production Operator

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 Australia and New Zealand's major retail and foodservice customers and are part of Simplot's Global Food business. With 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, Simplot Global Food serves retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, and employs 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific.

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

**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.

**About Our Role**:
Simplot Kelso is home to our frozen seafood and snack line production and produces about 50 tonnes of product each day. Approximately 95% of items are made of either Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) or Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) seafood.

Commencing asap, these roles will form an integral part of our day/night/afternoon shifts (8 hour shifts) within our preparation and packing teams.
- On the job training provided
- Fully supplied and laundered uniform
- Boots & PPE provided

**What You Will Do**:

- Safely operate a variety of fixed plant process & packing equipment within a busy production environment incl. monitoring of system processes & information / adjusting system settings to ensure quality of product is maintained to the defined standard
- Adhere to GMP and food safety practices
- Meet production plans & targets
- Contribute to continual improvement processes in conjunction with peers, Team Leaders and Area Managers
- Liaise with maintenance team (mechanical & electrical) in relation to both preventative maintenance and breakdowns
- Work within a factory environment that has varying temperatures / noise levels (PPE provided)

**About You**:

- Possess a 100% commitment to safety in the workplace
- Demonstrated experience within a manufacturing, process or mechanical related role - FMCG experience will be highly regarded
- Mechanical & problem solving aptitude
- Ability to commit to 8 hour shifts (day/night/afternoon) whilst being on feet for the majority of the shift
- Experience in safety & quality systems and procedures
- Possess a high level of both written and verbal communication skills, in addition to time management skills and the ability to work to production schedules
- Ability to work proactively whilst unsupervised whilst also being able to work within a team environment
- Possess positive communication skills
- A current LF forklift licence and demonstrated operating experience would be advantageous
- Ability to undertake in-house aptitude testing as part of the recruitment process
- Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screening)

**The Perks**:

- Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + PPE
- On-site car parking
- Discounted health insurance options
- Discounted gym memberships

**Please click the "Apply" button to submit your covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up to date resume (must include 2x work related referees) Please note, you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal.**

**APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT TUESDAY 5TH NOVEMBER - Simplot reserve the right to commence recruitment activities prior to advert closing date.**

**Job Requisition ID**:20158

**Travel Required**: None

**Location(s)**:GF Plant - Kelso

**Country**: Australia

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