Machine Operator/Pasteuriser - Food Processing

Rapid Force Recruitment; Yandina; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored training & development plans

Onsite activities

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Rapid Force Recruitment is seeking experienced Food Production Machine Operators for casual but full-time ongoing hours Monday to Friday up to 38 hours within the Food Manufacturing sector in Queensland, Australia. You will rotate across departments, support production and packaging, and contribute to a safe, efficient plant operation.

Reporting to the Production Manager and Supervisors, you will follow safety and quality standards, conduct quality checks, and work as part of a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food manufacturing across production & packaging operations.
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support problem-solving.
• Flexible to work across multiple production rooms.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of production processes, quality control, and safety protocols.
• Able to safely operate machinery and follow SOPs.
• Forklift ticket or certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Following safety management systems to prevent incidents and drive continuous improvement.
• Complying with HACCP and GMP standards.
• Operating high-volume food manufacturing, processing, and packaging equipment.
• Completing quality control checks, inspections, and audits using digital systems.
• Performing line-level operational tasks.
• Collaborating within a diverse, cross-functional team.
• Participating in improvement activities and contributing to their operational excellence.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Packaging operations

Safety protocols

Quality control

Teamwork

Data interpretation

Problem solving

SOP compliance

Forklift license

Job description

Join a FMCG leader with strong career growth pathways.

• Positive, people-first culture with regular onsite activities.
• Be a part of a team behind iconic brand.
• Tailored training & development plans, with progression opportunities across our clients' business.

About the opportunity:

Join a FMCG leader with strong career growth pathways.

• Positive, people-first culture with regular onsite activities.
• Be a part of a team behind iconic brand.
• Tailored training & development plans, with progression opportunities across our clients' business.

We are seeking experienced Food Production Machine Operators/Pasteuriser for casual but full-time ongoing hours Monday to Friday up to 38 hours with a Industry Leader within the Food Manufacturing sector. These roles all vary and will rotate between various departments whilst contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of their production and packaging facility.

Reporting to the Production Manager and the Production Supervisors, you will be responsible for:

• Following safety management systems to prevent incidents and drive continuous improvement.
• Complying with HACCP and GMP standards.
• Operating high-volume food manufacturing, processing, and packaging equipment.
• Completing quality control checks, inspections, and audits using digital systems.
• Performing line-level operational tasks.
• Collaborating within a diverse, cross-functional team.
• Participating in improvement activities and contributing to their operational excellence.

About You

You thrive in a fast-paced production environment and bring a strong safety-first mindset. You are adaptable, proactive, and committed to quality. You’ll also bring:

• Flexibility to work across multiple production rooms
• Previous experience in food manufacturing across production & packaging operations.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of production processes, quality control, and safety protocols.
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support problem-solving.
• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to support root cause analysis activities
• Can safely operate machinery and follow SOPs
• Machine operator, process work, production line, GMP, FMCG or food manufacturing environment is essential.
• Are punctual and self-motivated
• Can work autonomously when needed
• Have good communication and teamwork skills
• Are physically fit and comfortable on your feet for extended periods

Eager to receive applications from people from all walks of life and experiences across a variety of food manufacturing industry.

Skills & experience highly sort:

• Batching / Blending of ingredients
• Packaging & Labelling
• Pasturing, Tanks, Valves, Steam & Heating Testing
• Bottling lines
• Operate production machinery and conveyor beltsMonitor equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Conducting quality control, monitor weigh & x-ray checks.
• Regularly conduct weight and metal checks.
• Complete relevant production paperwork as required.
• Maintain a clean workstation, production area, and machinery.
• Adhere to company Food Safety & Quality Policies and procedures.

A current Forklift ticket will be highly regarded, however not essential.

Shift Times (Example times as start and finish times will vary from site to site

Ideally, our candidates will be available Monday-Friday,

• Morning Shift: 6am/7am - 2pm/3pm

Public Transport is limited so access to reliable is important.

Please only apply if you have operated Food Packaging Machine or Food Production Machines.

Unfortunately applications on Working Holiday Visas or Sponsorship Requirements will not be considered.

Rapid is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional information

• Machine Operator
• Be a part of a team behind iconic brand.