Extruder Operator

Real Pet Food Company; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work life balance

Job summary

Real Pet Food Company in Dubbo is seeking an Extruder Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will work in a busy, fast-paced environment, operating the extrusion line to convert raw ingredients into pet foods such as Ivory Coat and Fussy Cat, while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role is covered by our EBA and pays $29.16 per hour plus super, with penalties for overtime. Hours are Mon-Fri 6.55am-3.00pm, permanent role for reliable team players committed to safety and

Qualifications

• Valid forklift operator certification desirable but not essential.
• Previous experience as a production operator, preferably within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• A passionate commitment to adhering to, maintaining and promoting safety protocols in a warehouse setting. If you see something, say something.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular equipment inspections to maintain operational safety standards.
• Adhere to company and health and safety regulations at all times.

Skills

Forklift operation

Production operator experience

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

• Work Close to Home! Dubbo Location

• Busy Manufacturing Environment

• Great Work Life Balance

We are excited to welcome our newest Production Operator to our Dubbo Manufacturing Site - where we manufacture Australia's tastiest pet foods including Ivory Coat, Trilogy, Fussy Cat and Stockman and Paddock,

Specifically, this role is an Extruder Operator and In this role you will be part of a fun and fast-paced environment with a team that is down to earth and who enjoy good banter!

This role is covered by our Dubbo EBA so you will be one of our valued hourly workers. Working hours are Mon-Fri 6.55am-3.00pm. The hourly rate is $29.16 per hour plus super. There will also be penalties for overtime if required. This is a permanent rol.

Our Extruder Operators operates and monitor machinery that uses heat, pressure, moisture and mechanical force to process raw ingredients into a finished food product. The role involves controlling the extrusion process to ensure the product meets quality, safety, consistency and production targets.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Conduct regular equipment inspections to maintain operational safety standards.

• Adhere to company and health and safety regulations at all times.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Valid forklift operator certification desirable but not essential.

• Previous experience as a production operator, preferably within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

• A passionate commitment to adhering to, maintaining and promoting safety protocols in a warehouse setting. If you see something, say something.

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This role involves manual handling tasks and the operation of heavy machinery, necessitating physical stamina and adherence to safety standards. Candidates should be prepared to work in various temperatures and environments within the factory. A pre‑employment medical (including Drug and Alcohol Testing) is part of our recruitment process.

What we’re about

Welcome to RPF, where we believe in keeping it Real.

Since 1994, we have been Australia and New Zealand’s pioneers in fresher dog and cat nutrition. Our story is one of passion for a better way to care for pets, a belief in fresher nutrition, and an unwavering commitment to delivering this to pet parents and pets worldwide.

We're dedicated to fostering authentic partnerships, encouraging real ambition, and providing real career opportunities for our employees to make a difference.

Real means fresher ingredients and fresher methods. We'll never stop expanding, innovating, and trying new things. We compete in every pet category and channel, creating favourite brands such as Ivory Coat, Nature’s Gift, V.I.P. Petfoods, Love ‘Em, & Fussy Cat!

Since the establishment of RPF, we have grown to over 900 people across Australia and New Zealand, China, and Southeast Asia.

With the pet industry growing rapidly (a $15 billion industry!) and pets becoming increasingly important in our lives and homes, this is a unique opportunity to be a part of our remarkable growth story and advance your career.

What’s next?

If you're ready to unleash your potential and make a real difference in the booming pet industry, then we want to hear from you!

• 1 face-to-face interview

• Pre Employment Medical

• Must provide evidence before offer or Rights to Work in Australia

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity’s not a buzzword here, it’s in our DNA. Diverse perspectives shape our culture and make our work better. That’s why we’re committed to building inclusive teams that represent a variety of backgrounds and skills. If you need any reasonable adjustments, accessibility assistance or would like to note which pronouns you use at any stage of our hiring process, just contact us at: [e-mail]

Please note: NO agencies will be considered during this process. We advise you to refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles.