Job description
Based in Eagle Farm, our client is a world leader in the food industry, and a supplier to some of the world's most trusted food brands in the marketplace today. Specialises in a variety of beef, pork, poultry, seafood and baked goods products, and supplies both to local and international markets.
We are seeking a variety of Factory Workers - Packers, Machine Operators, Labourers and Industrial Cleaners.
**The duties will include**:
Processing and packing of meat to the required numbers per specifications
Weighing cartons and making alternations to ensure they meet specifications
General Labouring, Machine Operating and Production duties
Use of industrial machinery including tumblers, mincers, grinders, blenders, batchers and mixers
Computer operated machinery
Removal of non-confirming product into the appropriate containers
Liaise with machinery operators
Unboxing, unwrapping and quality checking of products prior to processing
Set up of the pack off area
Conduct meat inspections
Working around and processing of raw meats - beef, chicken, lamb, pork and fish
Manual labour including lifting and bending
Working within a cold storage space - chillers and freezers
Sanitation of processing plant and industrial machinery
Use of chemicals
Paperwork and quality checks
Work independently and as part of a team to complete set tasks.
Maintain and clean working area and personal protective equipment.
Adhere to set OH&S; rules and regulations.
**Benefits of the role**:
Located in Eagle Farm
Family orientated and long standing company
Rostered and ongoing employment
Day, Afternoon and Night shifts available
Morning shifts (commencing as early as 0400 hours)
Afternoon shifts (commencing as late as 1400 hours)
Night shifts (commencing as early as 2100 hours)
$27.63 - $33.15 per hour
Potential to progress to permanent long term
**Requirements to be considered for the role**:
Drivers license and car is preferred
Previous experience in the Food Industry
Meat Industry experience is highly regarded but not essential
Role requires you to work with raw meat - mainly beef, chicken, lamb, pork and fish
Flexibility as the site runs 7 days per week
Experience using Food Industry Machines
Hardworking individual, repetitive work
Fit, energetic and reliable workers required
Ability to lift heavy loads, there will also be mechanical aids to utilize
Ability to communicate clearly and follow instructions
Have a good understanding of Correct Manufacturing Processes
Possess a positive working attitude and not afraid to get your hands dirty
Ability to work well within a team environment
You must have valid working rights within Australia to be considered for this role.