Raw Intake Coordinator

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.

The Perks

• Annual incentive (bonus) programme
• Discounted health insurance options
• Income protection insurance
• Novated car leasing agreements
• Fully supplied & laundered uniform, boots & PPE
• Training & development opportunities
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

About Our Role

Due to internal growth, Simplot are seeking applicants for the position of Raw Intake Coordinator to join our Raw Procurement division based at our Ulverstone manufacturing facility. Raw Procurement comprises farming and harvesting operations to support our annual sourcing of 450,000 tonnes of potatoes and vegetables in addition to leading innovative R&D activities throughout Australia and beyond.

Reporting to the Raw Planner Scheduler & commencing early-mid January 2025, in this permanent Mon-Fri position - the Raw Intake Coordinator plans & schedules the intake of raw potatoes (sourced both direct from the farm + storage facilities) to the manufacturing plant in support of production objectives & targets.  In addition, the Raw Intake Coordinator is accountable for the planning & scheduling of labour (in conjunction with the Team Leader) for both permanent employees and supplementary labour (throughout seasonal peaks).

What You Will Do

• Daily scheduling of raw product
• Work closely with the Field Officers to coordinate the harvest of fresh raw product into storage and production
• Schedule the transfer of raw material into the production facility by matching the raw material to the plan, and by working closely with the Production Planner
• Coordinates potato storage at multiple locations in northern Tasmania
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels for supply and production
• Monitor raw inspection for accuracy in grower payment and improve knowledge of raw quality to ensure production success
• Main point of contact for scheduling loading and delivery
• Provide harvest support in monitoring receiving activity at company storages and plant
• Support training and supervision of temporary harvest labor
• Supports truck scale program troubleshooting and upgrade needs in working with all impacted parties and Company IT personnel

About You

• 100% commitment to health & safety in the workplace
• Previous experience in an agricultural production environment or logistics role would be advantageous
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with existing and new internal / external stakeholders
• Positive communication skills with the ability to clearly define scheduling activities on a daily basis
• Ability to multitask and problem solve
• Good understanding of MRP planning systems
• Strong planning, coordinating and scheduling experience
• Intermediate to advanced user of the MS Office suite of products (particularly MS Excel)
• Possess a current C class drivers licence
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment (incl. urine based D&A 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 MONDAY, 18th NOVEMBER 2024 - Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.

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Job Requisition ID: 20363 

Travel Required: Less than 10% 

Location(s): GF Warehouse - Ulverstone 

Country: Australia 

Simplot 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 at careers.contact@simplot.com