Night Shift Dairy Process Operator

Bega-Cheese; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Bega Group is seeking a Process Operator at our Crestmead manufacturing site to process, mix and batch milk in line with production plans. This permanent night-shift role runs Monday to Friday, 9:30 pm–6:00 am, balancing raw materials with production needs while ensuring safe, high-quality operations.

Based at Crestmead, south of Brisbane, you’ll work across processing and production areas, contribute to QA activities and support continuous improvement and food-safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG or food-manufacturing industries.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for processing and equipment issues.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and food-safety requirements.
• Experience in production planning or scheduling with strong organizational skills.
• Collaborative communicator with adaptability and results focus.

Responsibilities

• Process raw materials to required specifications while balancing material availability with production requirements.
• Perform VAT planning activities using site control systems.
• Operate machinery across laboratory, processing and production environments.
• Complete quality activities, including sampling, swabbing, plating and QA tasks.
• Support food safety, GMP compliance, continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives.

Skills

FMCG experience

Troubleshooting

Safety practices

Production planning

Communication

Job description

Bega Group is seeking a Process Operator at our Crestmead manufacturing site to process, mix and batch milk in line with production plans. This permanent night-shift role runs Monday to Friday, 9:30 pm–6:00 am, balancing raw materials with production needs while ensuring safe, high-quality operations.

Based at Crestmead, south of Brisbane, you’ll work across processing and production areas, contribute to QA activities and support continuous improvement and food-safety initiatives.