Afternoon Packing Machine Operator – 9‑Day Fortnight & Overtime

Sara Lee Holdings Pty Ltd; Gosford; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Extra leave day

Overtime opportunities

Training across lines

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Job summary

Sara Lee Holdings Pty Ltd is seeking Packing Machine Operators for permanent full-time roles on the Afternoon shifts. You will work across multiple packing lines, setting up equipment, operating machines, and supporting production, with training provided.

The role emphasizes quality checks, safety, and flexibility to move between production areas as needed. Preference is given to those with prior FMCG manufacturing experience, HACCP knowledge, and a proactive, reliable approach.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience in high-volume FMCG, food or healthcare manufacturing.
• Experience across different production lines or machinery.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, quality and safety principles.
• Strong attention to detail and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work across different teams.
• Willingness to learn a range of equipment and production processes.
• Reliability and a strong commitment to supporting the wider production team.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and starting packing equipment.
• Operating and monitoring packing machinery throughout production runs.
• Troubleshooting machinery and resolving basic mechanical issues.
• Completing safe start-up and end-of-shift shutdown procedures.
• Ensuring packaging materials and supplies are sufficiently stocked.
• Assisting with product changeovers and basic preventative maintenance.
• Operating equipment including metal detectors, x-ray systems, check weighers, sleevers, case packers, labellers and manual packing stations.
• Performing quality checks and maintaining accurate production documentation.
• Maintaining hygiene and sanitation standards in line with HACCP and GMP.
• Meeting production targets and monitoring line performance.
• Moving between production areas as required to support operational needs.
• Working safely and in accordance with company quality and safety systems.

Skills

Machine operating experience

Production line versatility

HACCP knowledge

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Learning new equipment

Reliability

Job description

Sara Lee Holdings Pty Ltd is seeking Packing Machine Operators for permanent full-time roles on the Afternoon shifts. You will work across multiple packing lines, setting up equipment, operating machines, and supporting production, with training provided.

The role emphasizes quality checks, safety, and flexibility to move between production areas as needed. Preference is given to those with prior FMCG manufacturing experience, HACCP knowledge, and a proactive, reliable approach.