Overview
Established in 1915, Haigh’s Chocolates is the oldest family-owned chocolate maker in Australia. We employ over 900 people across 22 retail stores, two factories and head office. We are a chocolate ‘bean to bar’ specialist, committed to the art of premium chocolate making.
We roast our own cocoa beans, ethically sourced from plantations around the world, to create a unique blend of premium milk and dark chocolate.
As we gear up for the busy Christmas period, we have several casual opportunities for Manufacturing Operators across Monday to Friday on both day shift (6:00 am - 2:15 pm) and afternoon shift (2:00 pm - 10:15 pm). These roles are available at both our brand-new complex in Salisbury South and our Parkside facility.
During the application process, you can nominate your preferred location.
We have a range of opportunities across our manufacturing operations, including housekeeping, hand packing and Enrobing (machine operation). We’re ideally looking for experienced food process line operators, confectioners, bakers, cake decorators, chocolate makers, or packing operators, and welcome those with backgrounds in cooking, patisserie, or any food manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Support manufacturing operations across housekeeping, hand packing and Enrobing (machine operation).
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and food handling.
- Work independently and as part of a team to meet production goals.
- Operate food production machinery where required.
- Adhere to Work Health and Safety (WHS) policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in food manufacturing (highly regarded).
- Experience operating food production machinery.
- Robust knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- A genuine passion for producing high-quality products.
- Initiative and a professional approach to problem-solving.
- Accurate and consistent use of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Strong commitment to WHS policies and standards.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Excellent food handling skills with a focus on maintaining strict hygiene standards.
- Strong availability Monday through to Friday.
What’s in it for you?
- A competitive hourly rate.
- Generous employee discount.
- Be part of a great team with a fun, collaborative and respectful culture.
- Opportunities to apply for full-time roles within the business.
- Access to our rewards program offering discounts to various providers (travel, retail, grocery and F&B;).
- Access to our wellbeing program, including annual flu vaccinations, health checks and counselling support.
- Lots of chocolate!
Inclusion matters at Haigh’s. We believe that valuing differences in backgrounds, cultures, abilities and experiences helps create a workplace free from bias and prejudice. We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and beyond, to ensure a barrier-free and supportive experience for all.
Recruitment agencies will be engaged only when necessary. We kindly ask that you do not contact us or submit candidates unless requested by the People & Culture Team.
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Casual
- Full-time
Job function
- Management and Manufacturing
- Industries
- Retail
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