Casual Production Operators

About the role

Our Lagoon Street site is situated in the Bega Valley Shire and is the original site of Bega Cheese. Located on the beautiful Sapphire coast, far south coast of NSW, Lagoon Street is still producing Australia's favourite cheese products - cheddar cheese, string cheese as well as butter. The Casual Bulk Production Operator supports day to day manufacturing activities across bulk cheese, maturation, milk receivals, whey powder, and butter departments. This role involves operating and monitoring processing equipment, performing cleaning and sanitation tasks, and maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and workplace safety. The position requires flexibility to work across multiple production areas and variable shift times, the ability to follow standard operating procedures, and a strong team-focused attitude in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Respect and observe the Bega Cheese values and Policies and Procedures. Follow Bega Cheese Standard operating procedures.
• Monitor and operate production lines, troubleshoot and report any issues. Monitor the process and reject non-conforming product.
• Operate forklifts & perform other duties as requested.
• Correct sampling and testing of products and accurately completing log sheets.
• Ensure worksite is maintained in accordance with housekeeping procedures.
• Provide training to other employees where required.
• About you
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Basic computer skill (Excel, Words, PPT, etc)
• Team collaboration and ability to work independently.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Bega Group Story
• Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.
• Life at Bega Group
• Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.
• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance
• Applications
• The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical .
• Must hold a current Australian driver's license.
• We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

Benefits

Additional Information

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us! Training and Career Progression are available Join a proudly Australian‑owned brand. Hourly rate + shift loading

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