* Blow Moulder Operator
About this Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Blow Moulder Operator to join our Production team at Lactalis Australia's Harvey Fresh site.
Reporting to the Production Manager, your duties will include:
* The operation, adjustment and cleaning of blow mould and associated production equipment to comply with Lactalis specifications, operational and safety standards.
* Ensure bottle stock is rotated and stock levels are adequate to cover production requirements.
* Minimise wastage including product, packaging, process inputs, time and chemicals and to report excessive wastage to the Coordinator.
* Assist in maintaining regulatory, company and quality systems through the completion of operating logs, downtime recording, Cleaning in Practice (CIP) testing and recording.
We require a team-oriented and skilled operator who is self-motivated and able to work varying types of shift work and overtime as required.
* Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn
* Experience in a dairy food manufacturing environment will be highly regarded
* High level of attention to detail, good fault finding/trouble shooting skills
* Strong focus on quality and hygiene
* Understanding of Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles - Desirable
* Excellent communication skills including good numeracy and literacy skills
* Ability to follow procedures and undertake quality checks
* Strong focus towards health and safety
* Experience performing labour intensive and repetitive tasks
Our Requirements
* Qualifications: Not specified
* Experience: Dairy food manufacturing environment
* Skills: Mechanical aptitude, Fault finding/trouble shooting skills, Quality and hygiene, Communication skills, Literacy skills
Lactalis Australia Overview
Lactalis Australia is part of the world's largest dairy group. We produce a wide range of dairy products for both domestic and international markets.
We operate from over 25 sites across Australia, employing more than 2,500 people. Our diverse workforce includes farmers, manufacturers, distributors and sales teams working together to bring the best dairy products to consumers.
About the Role
This role involves working as a member of a production team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
You will be responsible for operating, adjusting and cleaning blow mould and associated production equipment to ensure high-quality products are produced efficiently and safely.
As a key member of the team, you will contribute to minimising waste and ensuring compliance with regulatory, company and quality systems.
Working with Us
Lactalis Australia values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply for positions that match their skills and experience.
We strive to provide a safe and healthy working environment for all employees and adhere to the highest standards of quality and food safety.