Production Operator - Corn Casual

J.R. Simplot Company; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Overtime opportunities

Uniform and PPE

Income protection insurance

Base rate increases

On-site medical support

Job summary

Simplot is seeking casual Production Operator positions at our Bathurst food processing facility. Work covers day and afternoon shifts on a Mon-Fri roster, with potential weekend work. The base hourly rate is $41.95, including casual loading, with 15% afternoon loading and applicable overtime.

You will be part of a team supporting production operations, inspecting and cleaning equipment, and ensuring food safety and GMP compliance during the Corn Season.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety, health and wellbeing in the workplace.
• Experience in vegetable processing or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to undertake repetitive manual handling tasks.
• Capable of following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities

• Inspection & grading of incoming raw material
• Foreign object removal
• Safe operation of fixed plant processing
• Cleaning and sanitising of production lines
• Adherence to GMP and food safety practices
• Accurate completion of daily shift logs / system entries
• Forklift operations (for licensed operators)
• Contribute to continual improvement (CI) processes
• Work within an active manufacturing environment
• Safe forklift operations transporting goods
• Use of RF scanners + radio communications
• Pre-start checks
• Operate within cold store environment

Skills

Safety commitment

Attention to detail

Team player

LF forklift licence

Tools

LF forklift licence

Job description

In Australia, the Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

• Competitive hourly rates + shift allowances + overtime opportunities where applicable
• Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + PPE
• Income Protection Insurance
• Annual base rate increases to align with the Simplot National Collective Agreement
• Company provided on-site soft tissue specialist appointments
• On-the-job training provided

About Our Role

• Casual opportunities supporting Simplot's 2026 / 2027 Corn Season
• Commencing early December 2026, with work available through approx. May 2027
• Shift-based positions - work across Day / Afternoon shifts on a Mon - Fri roster (weekend shifts as required)
• Base hourly rate of $41.95 (incl. 25% casual loading) + 15% afternoon-shift loading + overtime where applicable

Simplot is seeking reliable and motivated candidates for casual Production Operator opportunities at our Bathurst food processing facility.

Employing approximately 250 people, the Bathurst site produces some of Australia's most recognised food brands, including Edgell, Birds Eye and Chiko. Recent investment in the site has transformed Bathurst into a frozen vegetable centre of excellence, supporting increased production capacity for both local and export markets.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you'll work as part of a team supporting production operations, product inspection, equipment operation, cleaning and sanitation activities throughout the corn season.

What You Will Do

Working within our process area, duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Inspection & grading of incoming raw material
• Foreign object removal
• Safe operations of fixed plant processing
• Cleaning and sanitising of production lines
• Adherence to GMP and food safety practices
• Accurate completion of daily shift logs / system entries
• Forklift operations (for those suitably licenced & experienced candidates)
• Contribute to continual improvement (CI) processes
• Work within an active manufacturing environment

For forklift (LF) licensed operators, additional duties may include:

• Safe operations of counterbalance forklifts - transporting raw & finished good between production areas
• Use of forklift mounted RF scanners + radio communications
• Pre-start checks
• Operate within cold store environment

About You

• Possess a 100% commitment to safety, health and wellbeing in the workplace
• Experience in vegetable processing or manufacturing environment will be highly regarded
• Ability to undertake repetitive manual handling tasks in an active, manual role
• Capacity to work to Standard Operating Procedures
• Possess a high level of attention to detail with problem solving aptitude
• Sound written and verbal communication skills, in addition to time management skills
• Team player mindset
• A current LF forklift licence and demonstrated operating experience is desirable, however not mandatory
• Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment (including a urine-based drug & alcohol screening)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT, FRIDAY 6TH NOVEMBER 2026. Simplot reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.

Location: GF Bathurst Plant - Llanarth

Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at [e-mail]