Description:
Key Accountabilities
Packing
· Accurately pack finished products into crates while ensuring the recognition of different packing requirements for each SKU and customer.
· Ability to pack without damage to produce or packing materials.
· Monitor products for the correct labelling, dates, packaging errors, and report problems to the Facility Supervisor.
· Identify and remove foreign objects, removal of seriously defective produce and waste.
· Promptly inform the Facility Supervisors if there is a potential for product contamination.
Stacking
· Accurately stack products for transport while ensuring recognition of different stacking requirements for the type of material, i.e. boxes, crates, bags.
· Ensure products are wrapped, labelled and tagged as per customer requirements.
· Ensure the product is stacked as per customer specification to ensure it can be moved safely and efficiently.
Machine Operation
· Basic machine operation including adjusting the machine as required for changeovers.
· Loading and unloading packaging materials.
· Monitoring the production process to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops.
· Ensure general machine cleaning and upkeep is performed as per the Standard Operating Procedures.
General Labour
· Complete manual handling duties as required such as monitoring and rotating stock to ensure all stock is processed within date timeframes.
· Ensure the work area is kept clean and free of debris, trash and excess material.
· Assist with the general daily clean-up of the work area.
· All other requirements as directed to achieve business objectives
Work Health & Safety Responsibilities
· Observe and comply with all health and safety policies and procedures.
· Take all reasonable steps to ensure personal safety and that of others.
· Report and identify hazards, incidents including near misses or injuries which arise in the course of work.
· No injury or incidents which negatively impact safety or the environment.
Quality Assurance Responsibilities
· Observe and comply with all quality and food safety policies and procedures.
· Responsible to understand the site’s commitment and ongoing compliance to the Freshcare Food Safety and Quality Standard.
· Demonstrate compliance with the site’s food safety, access, and movement requirements.
· Take all reasonable steps to ensure quality assurance policies and procedures are always adhered to.
· Report and identify concerns related to quality standards which arise in the course of work.
Deliverables
· No injury or incidents which negatively impact safety or the environment.
· The operation schedule is maintained in accordance with company policies, procedures and business needs.
· No quality rejections.
· The percentage of pre-packs under or over are minimised.
· Packing values are maximised by ensuring product pieces are allocated to their highest value destination given the required quality specification.
· Timely completion of assigned tasks both effectively and efficiently.
· A high standard of personal hygiene is always maintained.
· Timely handling of product to ensure chilled temperatures are maintained
· Machinery is maintained in good working order and equipment issues are communicated in a timely manner
Special Conditions
· Responsiveness to a 24/7 operational environment.
· Responsiveness to seasonal variations and unexpected developments which result in increased workloads for limited periods.
· Flexible work hours considering crop and weather conditions/risks.
Required Experience / Qualifications
· Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence (essential).
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, in a safe and controlled manner.
· Experience in a manufacturing environment (desirable).
· Knowledge of production procedures.
· Attention to detail and strong dexterity skills.
· Physical stamina and strength, the ability to lift to 20kg.
· Cultural adaptability and a willingness to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
· A willingness to be hands on and participate in a broad range of duties, a strong work ethic is essential.
· Respect for others and pride in team’s performance.
· Commitment to ongoing learning.
Commitment to delivering team goals and the drive to be successful.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.31 per hour
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: In person