Casual Production Operator

Kraft Heinz; Echuca; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz Echuca seeks casual Production Operators to support safe, efficient production at our Echuca site. You will work hands-on with a rostered schedule, covering processing, manual handling, packaging, cleaning, and inspection across areas as needed.

Shifts include 12-hour day or night blocks; you’ll operate and monitor equipment, complete basic quality checks, and help maintain line efficiency while following safety and hygiene rules.

Qualifications

• Requires current forklift licence.
• Demonstrated commitment to food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data recording.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment as trained; report issues to Team Leader.
• Ensure packaging/consumables are available on the line.
• Follow safety, food safety, quality, and hygiene requirements and SOPs.
• Participate in site communications (pre-start checks, toolbox talks).
• Pack, re-pack, assemble and palletise products as needed.
• Perform basic quality checks and verify product presentation.
• Record required information accurately (paper/electronic).
• Move materials/finished goods using pallet jacks or forklift.
• Maintain cleanliness and rostered cleaning per schedules.

Skills

Forklift licence

Food safety

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Food manufacturing experience

Fixed plant machinery experience

Continuous improvement

Job description

Kickstart Your Career with Kraft Heinz!

We’re seeking Casual Production Operators to support safe, efficient production at our Echuca manufacturing site. This is a hands‑on, rostered role where your day‑to‑day tasks will vary based on operational needs, your training and competency sign‑off, and the area you’re working in (e.g., processing, manual handling, materials handling, cleaning, labelling and inspection).

Kickstart Your Career with Kraft Heinz!

We’re seeking Casual Production Operators to support safe, efficient production at our Echuca manufacturing site. This is a hands‑on, rostered role where your day‑to‑day tasks will vary based on operational needs, your training and competency sign‑off, and the area you’re working in (e.g., processing, manual handling, materials handling, cleaning, labelling and inspection). Shift work is a requirement for this position, including 12‑hour day or night shifts.

The Company

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

Key Position Responsibilities Include

• Operate & monitor equipment as trained; report issues to the Team Leader/Line Leader
• Keep the line supplied with packaging/consumables (e.g., pouches, lids, labels)
• Follow all safety, food safety, quality, environmental and hygiene requirements, including SOPs, permits, site rules and PPE
• Participate in required site communications (pre-start checks, toolbox talks, etc.)
• Pack, re-pack, assemble and palletise products as needed
• Complete basic quality checks (e.g., visual, pack/label checks) and confirm product presentation
• Accurately record required information (paper and/or electronic), including checks, counts, downtime reasons and quality outcomes
• Move materials/finished goods using pallet jacks/trolleys or powered equipment (e.g., forklift)
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping, including rostered cleaning to schedules/procedures
• Support other teams as needed to meet production priorities

About You

• Current Forklift Licence
• Commitment to food safety and personal safety/hygiene practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record and interpret measurements and data
• Mechanical aptitude
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in the food manufacturing industry (training will be provided)
• Experience using fixed plant machinery and forklifts
• Commitment to continuous improvement practices

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