Packing Room Operator/Warehouse Assistant at Kokonut Pacific

Kokonut Pacific; Queanbeyan; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term position

Job summary

Kokonut Pacific is seeking a Packing Room Operator/Warehouse Assistant in East Queanbeyan for a full-time, on-site role. Immediate start and long-term potential offered. Salary is based on experience, with hours 8:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday.

You will use semi-automated bottling equipment, blend products, manage inventory, and ensure safety standards. Strong attention to detail and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and collaboration with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive planning to keep production running smoothly.
• Ability to multitask and monitor several operations.
• Strong math skills and accurate production data recording.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with databases or business systems is an advantage.
• Forklift licence preferred; if not held, role requires obtaining one.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate bottling equipment to support production.
• Accurately blend bulk products following procedures.
• Plan ahead to manage inventory and packing schedules.
• Comply with HACCP Food Safety Management System.
• Maintain production records and quality checks.
• Monitor line performance and seek efficiency improvements.
• Keep a clean, organized work area.
• Collaborate with team to improve workflow.
• Assist with packing customer orders as needed.
• Follow safety procedures to maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Proactive planning

Multitasking

Mathematics

Excel

Database systems

Forklift licence

Tools

Excel

Database systems

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Packing Room Operator/Warehouse Assistant oin our team as a Packing Room Operator/Warehouse Assistant, where you will contribute to the efficient and accurate blending and bottling of our product range.

Using semi-automated bottling equipment, you will help maintain a smooth production process while upholding high standards of quality and food safety.

This role requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, good physical fitness and the ability to perform repetitive tasks as part of a small, collaborative team.

Critical thinking, forward planning and a proactive approach are important to succeeding in this role.

For the right person, this is an opportunity for an ongoing, long term position within our business.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate bottling equipment to support efficient production.
• Accurately blend bulk products following established procedures.
• Plan ahead to manage inventory levels and packing schedules effectively.
• Work in accordance with the requirements of our HACCP Food Safety Management System.
• Maintain accurate production records, including quantities and quality checks.
• Monitor production line performance and look for opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to improve workflow and productivity.
• Assist with packing customer orders as required.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining product quality.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to work, including planning ahead to keep production running smoothly.
• We fill approximately 220,000 bottles each year.
• Ability to multitask, for example monitoring several operations while completing another task.
• Strong mathematics skills and the ability to accurately record production data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using databases or business systems would be an advantage.
• A forklift licence is preferred. If you do not currently hold one, you will be expected to obtain one as part of the role.
• Good physical fitness, as the role involves repetitive tasks and lifting items weighing up to 25 kilograms.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, food processing, food services or hospitality is preferred but not essential.

Who we are

Kokonut Pacific is a for-purpose business using profits from our commercial activities to support and deliver development projects. Our focus is empowering village-based coconut communities in developing countries, particularly in the Solomon Islands. We pioneered organic virgin coconut oil and a wide range of coconut products in Australia. As a vertically integrated business, we manufacture DME® coconut processing equipment, process, import and pack coconut products, and connect coconut-producing communities with Australian consumers through our health food brand, Niulife.

Work Details

Location: East Queanbeyan

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (Please apply only if you live within commuting distance).

Start Date: Available for an immediate start, although finding the right person is more important than the start date.

Salary: Based on experience and work rate.

Employment: Full-time, with the opportunity for an ongoing, long term position for the right person.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $30.00 – $31.00 per hour
• Work Authorisation: Australia (Required)
• Work Location: In person

For more information visit our websites: www.kokonutpacific.com.au www.niulife.com.au (you can see the products we pack in our shopping cart) www.niulife.foundation