About Us
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GWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites.
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The company's diverse product range includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products, and animal feed.
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The business units include Tip Top, DON, Yumi's, MAURI, and Jasol.
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DON has a long history dating back to the late 1800s. The company has been passionate about crafting great-tasting meat products that Australians love.
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The company produces ham, bacon, salami, smallgoods, and fresh pork.
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We take pride in our skills, techniques, and brands, which have evolved over more than a century.
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We've grown from a small family business to become one of Australia's largest food manufacturers, now part of a larger group.
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The Role
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We have limited permanent full-time positions available in Castlemaine on both day and afternoon shifts.
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Both shifts include rostered days off, with afternoon shifts receiving additional penalty rates.
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Rosters available:
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* Day Shift: Approximately 5:00 am to 3:00 pm — Starting pay rate $24.58 per hour + RDO
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* Afternoon Shift: Approximately 3:00 pm to Midnight — Starting pay rate $24.58 per hour + 15% penalty + RDO
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Your duties may include but are not limited to:
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* Operate and maintain machinery and equipment used in meat processing, including tasks such as packing, slicing, lifting, pushing, pulling, holding, and carrying.
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* Handle both raw and cooked meat products.
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* Adhere to strict food safety and quality standards throughout the production process.
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* Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
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* Collaborate with the production team and supervisors to ensure smooth production flow and achieve daily targets.
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* Rotate tasks to ensure variety in daily duties.
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* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and efficiency.
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About You
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To be successful in this role you must be able to demonstrate the following abilities and personal attributes:
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* A strong commitment to safe work practices at all times.
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* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with other team members.
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* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while completing repetitive tasks.
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* Be physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.
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* Comfortably lift weights of 15-20 kg frequently.
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* Able to work in chilled temperature rooms.
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* A hardworking attitude and the ability to communicate and interact with people at all levels.
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* Commitment to following established procedures and health and safety practices.
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* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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* A genuine commitment to full-time working hours.
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* Must pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.
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Please note that previous factory experience is not a requirement for these roles, all employment comes with paid on-the-job training.
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Why join us
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Our purpose is to craft food that brings out 'the good'.
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When you work at DON, not only will you be part of a community crafting iconic products that people love, you will also enjoy a safe and supportive environment where you can be your authentic self, advance in your career if you choose to, be recognized and rewarded for your contributions, and make a positive difference in the community.
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We also work hard to ensure the programs and benefits we offer are competitive and reflect the needs and preferences of our people. They include (among others):
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* Free shuttle from the Castlemaine Train station to site and back, daily.
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* Community partnerships and initiatives, inc. 2 volunteer days per year.
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* Options to purchase additional leave.
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* Discounted products.
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* Training and development programs.
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* Various recognition programs and rewards, including an end of year celebration.
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* Health and wellness initiatives.
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Applications
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To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume by clicking on the 'Apply' button.
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Please note that progression is subject to availability. Preferred candidates may be shortlisted and placed on wait lists. You will be contacted if this is the case.