Machine Operator

Core Talent; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Talent is seeking an experienced Machine Operator for a permanent, full-time role in Rowville, VIC. The position involves operating and monitoring production machinery within a fast-paced FMCG food manufacturing environment, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met.

Shifts include day and afternoon; start date is ASAP. The role offers stability, growth, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Machine Operator in FMCG (food highly regarded)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
• High attention to detail and quality focus
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery
• Set up machines and adjust settings for optimal performance
• Conduct routine quality checks to ensure consistency
• Troubleshoot minor faults and elevate issues as required
• Maintain accurate production records
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and quality standards
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Machine Operator

Permanent Full Time - FMCG Manufacturing

Location: Rowville, VIC
Pay Rate: Competitive Pay, Regular Pay Reviews + plenty of OT
Shifts: Day & Afternoon Shifts Available
Start: ASAP

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator to join a fast-paced FMCG food manufacturing environment in Rowville. This is a permanent opportunity offering stability and long-term career growth.

You will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining production machinery to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are consistently met.

About the Role

Working as part of a production team, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth manufacturing operations. This position suits someone with strong machine operating experience, ideally within food or FMCG environments, who understands the importance of quality, hygiene, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery
• Set up machines and adjust settings for optimal performance
• Conduct routine quality checks to ensure consistency
• Troubleshoot minor faults and elevate issues as required
• Maintain accurate production records
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and quality standards
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Machine Operator in FMCG (food highly regarded)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
• High attention to detail and quality focus
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player

What’s On Offer

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Day & afternoon shifts available
• Job security within a stable FMCG business
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for growth and development