Assistant Extruder Operator — 24/7 Shift, Leeton Plant

Sunrise Community, Inc.; Leeton; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SunRice’s CopRice Leeton Manufacturing site is hiring two permanent full-time Assistant Extruder Operators. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the Extruder and associated equipment to meet daily production targets.

Key requirements include a current Australian driver’s licence, forklift licence (or willingness to obtain), and mechanical aptitude. The role involves physical tasks and collaboration with internal customers and teams.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Driver’s Licence.
• Forklift licence essential, or you must be willing to obtain one.
• Mechanical Aptitude (will be assessed).

Responsibilities

• Follow production plans and adjust to meet changes in product demand and ingredient supply.
• Ensure plant and equipment are operated and maintained to standard.
• Ensure food safety compliance of ingredients and finished products.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Career Opportunities: Assistant Extruder Operators - Leeton (CopRice) (24325)

Requisition ID24325-Posted25/08/2026-CopRice Leeton Manufacturing-CopRice Leeton-Australia-Permanent Full Time

At SunRice, with rice at our heart, we bring people together through inspiring and delicious food. From our roots in the Riverina more than 75 years ago, we've grown into a proudly Australian-owned, ASX-listed global food business with around 2,300 employees, a diverse portfolio of 45 brands and a presence in nearly 50 countries. Guided by our purpose and values, we're driven by a global mindset, a commitment to innovation and a genuine care for our people, communities, and environment. Join a business with strong heritage, exciting growth ambitions, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

CopRice is the animal foods division of SunRice and is a leading supplier of nutrition products to the companion animal and livestock sectors. CopRice has been supplying quality feeds for animals for over 30 years through plants in Leeton, Tongala, Leongatha, Gunnedah, Wangaratta, Cobden and Hamilton (NZ).

Two permanent full-time opportunities exist for Assistant Extruder Operator ‘s to join the team at CopRice Leeton. The successful candidates will be part of a dynamic team and responsible for the efficient and safeoperation of the Extruder and ancillary equipment of the Extrusion plant, ensuring production requirements are met on a daily basis.

Duties:

• Following production plans and adjusting to meet changes in product demand and ingredient supply
• Ensure plant and equipment are operated and maintained to standard
• Ensure food safety compliance of ingredients and finished products

What you will need:

• Current Australian Driver’s License
• Forklift licence essential, or you must be willing to obtain one
• Mechanical Aptitude (will be assessed)

Required Competencies include:

• Lifting, reaching, standing, stooping and bending is required throughout the shift
• Manual dexterity and ability to use hand tools
• Ability to learn new processes quickly and trouble shoot difficulties whilst maintaining quality standards
• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal customers/team members

Hours
This role operates on a 24/7 continuous rotating roster (2 x 12-hour day shifts, 2 x 12-hour night shifts, followed by 4 days off).

All applications and correspondence will be treated with the strictest confidence.

SunRice is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities. Employment decisions are made based on merit, skills, qualifications and the requirements of the role.

We encourage suitably qualified candidates to apply and join us in building a successful and sustainable future for our people, customers and communities.