Experienced Machine Operator - Food production

Inter Industrial; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual hours with potential permanent

Job summary

Inter Industrial in Knoxfield, Melbourne is seeking an experienced Machine Operator for the food production sector. The role is on an afternoon shift with training on day shift, focusing on Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) packaging and related production tasks.

Ideal candidates have prior production or food processing experience, familiarity with blending/mixing equipment, and a strong safety mindset. Training and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in production or food processing.
• Experience operating blending or mixing equipment.
• Experience operating VFFS packaging machinery.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate VFFS packaging machines.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust production and packaging equipment.
• Read job sheets and instruct process workers on ingredients needed.

Skills

Production experience

Food processing

Blending equipment

VFFS packaging machinery

Safety procedures

Tools

VFFS packaging machine

Job description

Experienced Machine Operator - Food production

INTER INDUSTRIAL SERVICES are currently seeking reliable and motivated Machine Operators to join our manufacturing team.

Our Client is a well-established Australian family business specialising in the manufacturing, processing and packaging of nuts, dried fruit and snack products. Based in Knoxfield, they are committed to quality, food safety and delivering great products to customers across Australia.

We are seeking an experienced machine operator to be able to operate Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) packaging machine on the afternoon shift however must be comfortable training on day shift.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on your experience and assigned role, your duties may include:

• Setting up and Operating a Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) packaging machines.
• Setting up, monitoring and making basic adjustments to production and packaging equipment.
• Reading and checking of a job sheet and give instructions to process workers on what ingredients are needed.
• Loading and unloading materials safely.
• Completing production records, batch documentation and quality checks using a computer system
• Monitoring product quality and reporting any issues or discrepancies.
• Following all food safety, WHS and site procedures.
• Working safely and efficiently to meet daily production requirements.

About You

We are looking for people who have:

• Previous experience in production, food processing
• Experience operating blending or mixing equipment.
• Experience operating VFFS packaging machinery is highly regarded.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately follow recipes, formulas and production instructions.
• Good mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance, a strong work ethic and a safety-first attitude.
• Ability to undertake manual handling and physical production duties.

What We Offer

• Ongoing casual work with the view to Permanent for the right candidate
• Competitive casual hourly rates.
• Training and support provided where required.
• Variety of production and manufacturing duties.
• A safe and supportive team environment.