Machine Operator / Production Assistant

Hindustan Imports; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Hindustan Imports in Dandenong, Victoria, is seeking an experienced production assistant/machine operator for immediate start. The role involves operating food processing and packing equipment, including vertical form-fill-seal machines, with pre- and post-cleaning duties and light lifting.

Casual position with potential to become permanent full-time, 38 hours per week. Applicants should have experience in food processing/packaging equipment, solid mechanical aptitude, and good communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in food processing/packaging equipment.
• Sound mechanical abilities and basic computer literacy.
• Attention to detail and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate food processing and packing equipment including vertical form-fill-seal machines.
• Pre- and post-cleaning of equipment to high standards.
• Assist with general duties in production and warehouse teams.
• Support with basic quality checks and sanitation tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain workflow.

Skills

Food industry experience

Mechanical abilities

Basic computer literacy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Form-fill-seal machinery

Job description

Hindustan Imports is afamily-owned processor and packer of food ingredients (including seeds, grains, nuts, herbs and spices) for thefood service and retail grocery industry.

We are seeking an experienced production assistant / machine operator for immediate start to join our team in Dandenong, Victoria.

Key responsibilities

• Operating food processing and packing equipment, including vertical form-fill-seal machines.
• Pre and post cleaning of equipment to the highest standards of quality and cleanliness
• Some manual repetitive lifting up to 25kg
• Work closely with other members of the production and warehouse teams
• Other general duties connected with food processing

Qualifications and skills

• Experience working in food industry processing /packaging equipment's
• Sound mechanical abilities and basic computer literacy
• Attention to detail and good communication skills

Remuneration:

Casual role, leading to permanent full time

38 hours per week

NOTE: Only those with full working rights should apply.