Machine Operator

Mitolo Family Farms; Virginia; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitolo Family Farms in Australia invites applications for a Machine Operator at our potato and onion packaging facility. This hands-on role involves operating, monitoring, and maintaining automated packing equipment to ensure efficient processing of fresh produce.

We value reliability, safety, and attention to detail, with on-the-job training provided. Full-time and casual roles are available, offering team-based work in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or machine operation is a plus.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Safety-focused with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor automated packaging machinery for potatoes and onions.
• Ensure products are packed according to quality and weight specifications.
• Perform routine equipment checks and minor maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions or product issues promptly.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in accordance with food safety and workplace health standards.
• Accurately complete production and quality control paperwork.

Skills

Safety-focused

Attention to detail

Reliable

Team player

Tools

Automated packaging equipment

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our fast-paced, growing team as a Machine Operator at our potato and onion packaging facility. In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining automated packing equipment to ensure efficient and accurate processing of fresh produce. We're looking for reliable, safety-focused individuals with strong attention to detail and a willingness to work in a team environment. Previous experience in food production or machine operation is a plus, but on-the-job training is provided.We have Full time and casual roles available.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor automated packaging machinery for potatoes and onions.
• Ensure products are packed according to quality and weight specifications.
• Perform routine equipment checks and minor maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions or product issues promptly.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in accordance with food safety and workplace health standards.
• Accurately complete production and quality control paperwork.