Hay Processing Equipment Operator — 24/7 Shift

Hay Australia Pty Ltd; Shire of Loddon; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hay Australia Pty Ltd, part of the AgTrade Group, seeks Equipment Operators for its Bridgewater processing site in central Victoria. This hands-on role involves safely operating telehandlers, forklifts and PLC-controlled equipment to receive, process, store and dispatch premium hay.

You will unload, feed and press hay, move loads, perform inspections, and maintain records while working in a 24/7 site with casual and permanent opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a telehandler or forklift or stationary manufacturing/processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate telehandlers to unload, move and feed hay into the processing line.
• Operate PLC-controlled hay presses and associated infeed, cleaning, pressing, outfeed and wrapping equipment.
• Operate forklifts to move processed hay and load shipping containers.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of equipment.
• Identify and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements; complete production, quality and traceability records.
• Engage in general cleaning and housekeeping activities.

Skills

Telehandler operation

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Manual handling

Teamwork

Tools

PLC-controlled equipment

Job description

Hay Australia Pty Ltd, part of the AgTrade Group, seeks Equipment Operators for its Bridgewater processing site in central Victoria. This hands-on role involves safely operating telehandlers, forklifts and PLC-controlled equipment to receive, process, store and dispatch premium hay.

You will unload, feed and press hay, move loads, perform inspections, and maintain records while working in a 24/7 site with casual and permanent opportunities.