Yakult Australia is a global leader in probiotics, manufacturing and marketing the unique fermented milk drink 'Yakult', with our head office and state-of-the-art production plant located in Dandenong South.
We are currently seeking Production Operators for a full-time, 12-month contract, with the likely possibility of permanency.
Working Hours
We are currently looking for people to join both our Day Shift and Afternoon Shift.
This position is full-time - Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week.
Day Shift works between the hours of 6:00am and 6:00pm.
Afternoon Shift works between the hours of 2:00pm and 11:59pm.
Occasional paid overtime and weekend work may be required.
The starting salary for this position is $49,****** plus superannuation for the first three months, increasing to $52,****** plus superannuation upon the successful completion of the three-month probationary period.
Afternoon Shift employees will receive a shift allowance.
Duties
Set up and oversee the running of production machinery
Ensure product meets required standards
Sanitize/ clean (CIP and steaming) production equipment and machinery parts
Adhere to all policies and procedures including Occupational Health and Safety, GMP, HACCP, and ISO
Complete paperwork at each work station
Physical Requirements
Working in hot and hold environments
Lifting, pushing, and pulling
Bending, crouching, and kneeling
Repetitive movements of hands and arms
Gripping firmly with both hands
Standing and sitting for long periods
Climbing stairs and ladders
Working above shoulder height
Ability to work autonomously and within a team
Preferred Experience
Experience working as a production/machine operator in an FMCG environment.
Applicants who hold a Forklift license will be looked upon favorably.
Experience working in the food, beverage, or dairy industry and/or injection moulding machine operation will be highly regarded.
Thank you for your interest in working for Yakult Australia.
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