Batcher

Aon plc; Gosford; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Monthly team events

Job summary

Hewitt is seeking a Casual Temporary Associate at our West Gosford site to support meat preparation and batching processes. You will weigh, measure, and mix ingredients, operate batching equipment, and help maintain batch records in a fast-paced production environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, quality, and teamwork, with exposure to GMP/HACCP standards and production documentation. Previous experience in meat processing or FMCG is valued, and a safety‑minded, detail‑oriented approach is

Qualifications

• Previous experience in meat processing, food manufacturing, or FMCG environments preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to follow procedures, recipes, and production schedules accurately.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh, measure, and prepare ingredients according to batch sheets and production specifications.
• Operate batching and mixing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct quality checks on raw materials and finished mixtures.
• Complete production documentation, including batch records and ingredient traceability information.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, and food safety procedures while reporting any quality concerns or non-conformances.

Skills

Meat processing

Food manufacturing

FMCG environments

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Casual Temporary Associate

Posted 16 Oct 2026

Description

About the Role

As a Batcher, you'll play a critical role in preparing and mixing meat and ingredient batches that meet our quality, food safety, and production standards. Working within our production team at West Gosford, you'll accurately weigh, measure, and combine ingredients according to recipes and production schedules. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where precision, consistency, and teamwork are valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh, measure, and prepare ingredients according to batch sheets and production specifications
• Operate batching and mixing equipment safely and efficiently
• Conduct quality checks on raw materials and finished mixtures
• Complete production documentation, including batch records and ingredient traceability information
• Follow GMP, HACCP, and food safety procedures while reporting any quality concerns or non-conformances

About You

You are a reliable and detail oriented individual who takes pride in delivering quality work. You thrive in a team environment and can maintain accuracy while working to production deadlines. Previous experience in food manufacturing, meat processing, or a similar FMCG environment will be highly regarded. Most importantly, you are committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

You Will Bring

• Previous experience in meat processing, food manufacturing, or FMCG environments preferred
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality standards
• Ability to follow procedures, recipes, and production schedules accurately
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards

Life at Hewitt

With 120 years of family ownership, Hewitt is an iconic Australian agricultural business with a deep commitment to land, livestock and community. Over the past decade, Hewitt has evolved from its livestock production origins into a global, sustainable protein producer, with premium organic and grass-fed brands stocked by leading retailers across Australia, the United States and Asia.

Guided by a vision to feed the world with a system that lasts forever, Hewitt delivers ethical, nutritious protein at global scale. Our fully integrated supply chain - spanning owned cattle stations, trusted producer partners, processing and retail - provides unmatched transparency, quality and resilience, setting Hewitt apart within the global food system.

Hewitt is a hands-on, collaborative business where being present matters. Whether in the office, on station, or in production, you’re contributing to something real: real food, real impact, real teamwork.

Join Hewitt for the Opportunity of a Lifetime

• Values-Driven Organisation – Join a company with a 120-year family heritage, a clear purpose, and a long‑term focus on sustainability, animal welfare, and quality.
• Competitive Remuneration Package – We recognise and reward your contributions with a fair and transparent pay structure.
• Opportunities to grow and develop– Learn on the job, gain new skills, and progress across office, production, and farm/station roles.
• Support When You Need It – Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional wellbeing.
• The Hewitt Experience – Shared Connections & Celebration – Our teams come together to celebrate wins and build connections. Enjoy monthly BBQs cooked with our finest meats, make-your-own wrap or sandwich, morning teas, staff sales, and Employee of the Month recognition. Whether you’re in the office, on production & warehouse sites, or working at our cattle and sheep stations, there’s always an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy being part of a tight‑knit team.

Applications Close on 26 October 2026

Hewitt is committed to equal opportunity employment and to fostering a workplace that values equity, diversity, and respect. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.

By applying, you acknowledge that proof of eligibility to work in Australia will be required.