Machine Operator

Randstad; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Randstad incentives program with store

Job summary

Randstad Pty in Braeside, VIC is seeking a machine operator to manage the automated cream filling and capping line. You will set up, calibrate, and operate the equipment while monitoring fill weights, seals, and batch codes to ensure quality throughout each run.

The role requires experience on fast-paced FMCG or pharmaceutical lines, GMP awareness, and ability to perform line changeovers and sanitisation. Day shift, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Experience operating automated filling, capping, or packaging machinery (creams, liquids, or cosmetics preferred)
• Regular in-process quality checks (fill weights, seals, batch codes)
• Batch changeovers, line washdowns, and sanitisation between batches

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, and run the automated cream filling and capping line
• Monitor fill weights, seal integrity, and batch coding
• Perform line changeovers, washdowns, and sanitisation between batches
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical stoppages and jams
• Complete line clearance checklists and batch documentation

Skills

Machine operation

Quality checks

Line changeovers

Job description

Experience that would be beneficial

Prior experience in a similar machine operator, filler, or production worker role. Alternatively, skills such as the following are transferable:

• Prior experience operating automated filling, capping, or packaging machinery (creams, liquids, or cosmetics preferred)
• Mechanical aptitude with hand and power tool experience for basic line setups and adjustments
• Experience working on fast-paced FMCG or pharmaceutical assembly and packing lines
• Knowledge of GMP standards, hygiene protocols, and batch record keeping

What a machine operator does

A machine operator is responsible for machinery set up, operation, and routine line maintenance on our automated Good Riddance cream filling line. Main primary duties include:

• Setting up, calibrating, and operating the cream filling and capping machinery
• Conducting regular in-process quality checks (fill weights, seals, and batch codes)
• Performing batch changeovers, line washdowns, and sanitisation
• Troubleshooting minor mechanical jams and line stoppages
• Completing line clearance checklists and batch documentation

Details & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $37.00 per hour + Super
• Shift: Day Shift | Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (No weekend work)
• Location: Braeside, VIC
• Perks: Immediate start, supportive team environment, and eligibility for discounts and offers from Woolworths, JB Hi-Fi, Kmart, Event Cinemas, and more through Randstad's incentives program

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

key responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, and run the automated cream filling and capping line.Monitor fill weights, seal integrity, and batch coding.Perform line changeovers, washdowns, and sanitisation between batches.Troubleshoot minor mechanical stoppages and jams.Main

qualification

• Machine Operation experience