Production Operator Level 6

Nutreco; Westbury; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Skretting in Tasmania, Australia is seeking a Skilled Operator to support and execute production activities in line with quality, safety and environment guidelines. The role covers basic operating of production equipment and maintaining effective, safe processes in the assigned area.

You will perform routine operational tasks, support minor maintenance, logging production data, and help identify improvements with supervision, while upholding SHEQ compliance and good housekeeping on the

Qualifications

• Basic operating processes performed with on‑the‑job training.
• Compliance with safety, quality and environmental guidelines.
• Ability to follow procedures and log production data.

Responsibilities

• Execute operational activities such as discharge, load and operate equipment.
• Inspect and perform small maintenance tasks on equipment.
• Log data in logbooks/systems and report progress.
• Identify process deviations and suggest improvements with supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe working area and promote SHEQ compliance.

Skills

Basic operations

Safety awareness

Data logging

Job description

The Skilled Operator supports with and executes operational activities/processes, in accordance with established specifications and (quality, safety and environment) guidelines, to achieve the production / operational targets for the assigned area. The Skilled Operator is the “basic” level of operator role, performing basic operational processes in production. He / she operates equipment and machinery that requires a certain level of proficiency, acquired through training on the job and specialized training. Knowledge of the use of all materials, equipment and tools is required to perform, and typically this takes time and effort to gain the experience and skills. The activities are characterized by a large portion of (semi) routine work, which can be performed based on training, experience and (when routine does not suffice) the availability of assistance by Multi‑Skilled Operators, Supervisor / Team Leader or others.

Operational tasks

• Execute operational activities / processes such as discharge, load, transport, clean, label and operate all equipment to contribute to a safe, effective and efficient production process.

Maintenance & repair tasks

• Periodically inspect and execute small maintenance tasks on the production equipment, signalling defects and deficiencies.
• When applicable and appropriate, conduct minor repair work.

Reporting

• Log data and information on production orders and activities in the appropriate logbooks / systems to provide complete administration and insight into the state and progress of production orders.

Continuous improvement

• Signal deviations in current processes, techniques and/or systems and flag opportunities for improvement with supervisor to continuously optimise operational processes, tools and systems.

Safety & Compliance

• Work in compliance with all relevant personal and food safety, environmental and quality regulations and procedures, as well as operational standards.
• Promote awareness on SHEQ, signal potential hazardous and/or unsafe situations, and take appropriate action in case of imminent unsafe situations.

Good housekeeping

• Ensure the work area is left clean and in a safe working condition with no hazardous situations.
• Maintain the appearance of the production line(s), working area(s) and production site.

Company Information

Skretting is a global leader in providing innovative and sustainable nutritional solutions and services for the aquaculture industry. Skretting has production facilities in 18 countries on five continents to manufacture and deliver high quality feeds from hatching to harvest for more than 60 species. The total annual production volume of feed is close to 2.5 million tonnes. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Skretting is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, colour, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Skretting is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

Company Background

Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Its two global company brands Skretting (aqua feed) and Trouw Nutrition (animal nutrition) have sales in over 90 countries. Our purpose Feeding the Future captures a big challenge: feeding 9 billion people in 2050. Our responsibility is twofold: we need to make a significant contribution to meeting the rapid increase in worldwide demand for food; on the other hand, we need to find the right balance in order that we can realise growth while making also responsible choices for people and planet. To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.nutreco.com.