THE ROLE
* Are you good with your hands and are you up for a challenge?
* Do you enjoy tinkering with cars or anything mechanical?
* Are you interested in a long term employment opportunity including full time status?
A PERSON WITH THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS IS WELL SUITED TO THIS POSITION
* A sense of urgency.
* Motivated, enthusiastic and self-driven.
* Well developed communication skills and a personable disposition.
* Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
* The ability to recognise the 'people' aspect of issues and the need for positive relationships which in turn produces good results.
SELECTION CRITERIA
* Proven experience in food handling or food manufacturing is highly regarded.
* Working knowledge of HACCP and SQF is highly regarded.
* Proven experience supervising small teams.
* High degree of mechanical aptitude/ability.
* Proven and strong observation skills.
* Commitment to full time employment, working Monday to Friday.
* Flexible availability to attend rostered morning or afternoon shift.
* Proven commitment to Safe Work Practises.
* Excellent employment-related references.
* Fit and healthy, with the ability to safely lift up to 25kg.
* High standard of personal hygiene.
* Strong English communication skills.
* Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
* Employment-related references.
* Reliable transport.
* Australian working rights.
WHAT DOES THE POSITION INVOLVE
From Day #1 you will receive on-the-job training from experienced Operators and Supervisors.
In time you will have a major influence on machine productivity, quality control, operational efficiency and waste minimisation.
Following a period of probation your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
* Production line set up, machine operation and wash-up.
* Troubleshooting, fault finding.
* Training and supervision of your team.
* Consistent compliance to company, quality and product standards.
* Maintain a clean, hygienic and safe work environment.
* Accurate completion of relevant paperwork and production records.
CANDIDATES WHO ATTEND INTERVIEW WILL ALSO COMPLETE:
* Mechanical aptitude assessments:
* Written mechanical competency assessment.
* Hands-on assessment involving components from a Production machine.
WHAT WE OFFER
* Weekly payroll cycle.
* Supportive team within a positive workplace culture.
* Full training and PPE provided.
* Uniforms laundered on-site.
* On-line Induction.
* Staff discount for the best Ice Cream
* Equal opportunity employer who aims for a respectful workplace free of discrimination, harassment and bullying.
We would love to hear from you today