Multi‑Department Machine Operator — Flexible Shifts

Sanitarium-Health-Food-Company; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanitarium is seeking a Casual Machine Operator to operate key manufacturing and packing machinery across Up&Go, Tetra, and Cereals. You will support multiple departments, ensuring high‑quality production while maintaining safety and cleanliness.

Reporting to the Senior Team Leader, the role suits casual staff flexible across shifts, with a focus on collaborative teamwork and safe, efficient operation across Day, Afternoon, and Night patterns.

Qualifications

• Forklift license preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Able to manually handle up to 25 kg.
• Able to follow instructions and procedures.
• Ability to cope with pressures and setbacks constructively.
• Ability to analyse information and make decisions accordingly.
• Strong commitment to Workplace Health and Safety.
• Demonstrated experience driving a positive culture aligned to Sanitarium’s values.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the production/packing process to ensure smooth machine operation.
• Move materials and restock resources (may require use of a forklift or manual handling).
• Record data as required and undertake product and quality testing.
• Clean and maintain hygiene in your operating area.
• Take part in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Forklift License

Manual Handling 25kg

Instruction Following

Pressure Management

Information Analysis

Workplace Safety

Positive Culture Alignment

Job description

Sanitarium is seeking a Casual Machine Operator to operate key manufacturing and packing machinery across Up&Go, Tetra, and Cereals. You will support multiple departments, ensuring high‑quality production while maintaining safety and cleanliness.

Reporting to the Senior Team Leader, the role suits casual staff flexible across shifts, with a focus on collaborative teamwork and safe, efficient operation across Day, Afternoon, and Night patterns.