In Australia, the Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf‐stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.
Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian‐grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
Culture And Benefits
At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
* Respect for Resources
* Spirit of Innovation
* Passion for People
We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.
The Perks
* Annual base rate increases to align with the Simplot National Collective Agreement
* Fully supplied & laundered uniform, boots & PPE
* Income protection insurance provided
* Discounted health insurance options
* Company provided on‐site soft tissue specialist appointments
* Overtime available
About Our Role
* Lead a team of Warehouse & Logistics Operators within a food manufacturing environment
* Permanent, full‐time day work position at Simplot Bathurst
* Monday – Friday day work 0700 – 1530 hrs
* Base hourly rate of $40.93 + site allowances, where applicable
* RDO accruals
Here at Simplot Bathurst, we are seeking experienced applicants for the permanent full‐time, leadership focused position of Warehouse Team Leader. Simplot Bathurst employs over 250 people and has been a part of the local community since 1926, continuing to produce Edgell products, as well as products for Birds Eye and Chiko. An investment of $90 million has recently been completed at the site, transforming Simplot Bathurst into a frozen vegetable centre of excellence, enabling increased production capacity and ultimately helping to boost local and export volumes.
What You Will Do
* Assume responsibility for the execution of daily plans / targets in support of the site production plan
* Lead the daily operations for a team of forklift operators – ensuring a commitment to Simplot safety, quality and sustainability initiatives
* Provide an escalation point for any forklift fleet maintenance issues, liaising with relevant leadership, site maintenance teams or external contractors as required
* Incident reporting & investigation for any safety, quality, sustainability and workplace behaviour related activities
* Assess, train, coach and develop new hires
* Facilitate daily toolbox/pre‐start meetings – assign daily tasks, organise relief coverage & provide backfill forklift duties where required
* Inventory control activities
* Coordinate staff sales activities
About You
* Possess a 100% commitment to health, safety and wellbeing in the workplace
* Demonstrated leadership experience within a logistics / manufacturing related industry – essential
* Food manufacturing experience is advantageous
* High level of written and verbal communication skills and time‐management skills
* Ability to motivate a team, leading by example to aid in team member skill set development
* Intermediate user of MS Office suite of products – SAP experience is advantageous
* Current high‐risk forklift licence
* Willingness to undergo a pre‐employment medical (incl. urine‐based drug & alcohol screening)
* Australian citizenship or formal permanent residence
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com.
Travel required: None
Location: GF Bathurst Plant – Llanarth, Australia
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