Operator - Packing

SunRice Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SunRice’s CopRice division is seeking a hands-on Packing Operator to join our Leeton team. You will operate packing equipment, seal bags, and handle bags up to 20kg, while maintaining clean and safe work areas.

A safety‑first mindset and reliability are essential as you perform repetitive tasks with precision in a close‑knit team. Be part of a global, Australian‑owned food business with strong heritage and growth ambitions, offering on‑the‑job training and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Great attention to detail and accuracy in packing processes.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions precisely.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and punctuality.
• Physically fit for manual handling and lifting up to 20 kg.
• Safety‑first mindset and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate packing equipment and seal bags manually
• Handle bags up to 20kg
• Check batch numbers and ensure proper sealing
• Keep your workspace clean and safe
• Perform repetitive tasks with precision

Skills

Attention to detail

Team spirit

Reliability

Manual handling

Safety mindset

Job description

At SunRice, with rice at our heart, we bring people together through inspiring and delicious food. From our roots in the Riverina more than 75 years ago, we've grown into a proudly Australian-owned, ASX-listed global food business with around 2,300 employees, a diverse portfolio of 45 brands and a presence in nearly 50 countries. Guided by our purpose and values, we're driven by a global mindset, a commitment to innovation and a genuine care for our people, communities, and environment. Join a business with strong heritage, exciting growth ambitions, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

Join CopRice – Nourishing Animals, Supporting Communities

CopRice is the animal foods division of SunRice and is a leading supplier of nutrition products to the companion animal and livestock sectors. CopRice has been supplying quality feeds for animals for over 30 years through plants in Leeton, Tongala, Leongatha, Gunnedah, Wangaratta, Cobden and Hamilton (NZ).

We’re on the lookout for a hands‑on Packing Operator to join our close-knit team in Leeton.

What You’ll Do

• Operate packing equipment and seal bags manually
• Handle bags up to 20kg
• Check batch numbers and ensure proper sealing
• Keep your workspace clean and safe
• Perform repetitive tasks with precision

What You’ll Bring

• Great attention to detail
• Team spirit and reliability
• Physical fitness for manual handling
• Safety‑first mindset

Why Join SunRice?

• Be part of a global company with proud Australian roots
• Supportive team culture and on‑the‑job training
• Purpose‑driven workplace with opportunities for career growth

All applications and correspondence will be treated with the strictest confidence.

SunRice is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities. Employment decisions are made based on merit, skills, qualifications and the requirements of the role.