Production Operators - Day and Afternoon Shift

Cogent Resources; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Resources has a client in the pharmaceutical sector seeking Production Operators for Day and Afternoon shifts in Sydney. The role is in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, requiring adherence to recipes, quality controls and safety protocols.

You will measure ingredients, load materials, operate mixing equipment and complete batch documentation. Successful applicants will have prior production experience, strong attention to detail and be able to work Monday to Friday with

Qualifications

• Previous experience in production or process work
• Experience in food manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments is advantageous
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions
• Knowledge of GMP and HACCP
• Good communication and teamwork
• Willing to work Monday to Friday
• Must withstand manual handling and physical work
• Available for overtime when required
• Must have full working rights in Australia

Responsibilities

• Measure and dispense ingredients according to production specs
• Follow recipes and instructions accurately
• Operate and maintain mixing and packing processes
• Complete batch documentation
• Pack and palletize products in a temperature-controlled environment
• Clean and sanitize machines and report issues
• Follow GMP, HACCP and safety procedures

Skills

Production experience

Dispensing

Machine operation

Attention to detail

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Teamwork

Manual handling

Overtime readiness

Tools

Mixing machines

Measuring equipment

Batch documentation systems

Job description

Production Operators - Day and Afternoon Shift

Our client is a specialist in the Pharmaceutical industry who manufacture complimentary medicines and is highly passionate about the quality and care in their products. These positions offer ongoing hours Monday to Friday with an opportunity for permanency.

If you have previous experience in the baking industry, the production and/or mixing of food products, chemicals/paints, this is a great opportunity to gain a role in an industry that is secure and ongoing.

Available Shifts

• Day Shift: 5:54am to 2:00pm, Monday to Friday

• Afternoon Shift: 1:54pm to 10:00pm, Monday to Friday

Your Role: As a Process Worker, you will play a crucial part in ensuring smooth production in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Measure and dispense ingredients, including dry and liquid materials, according to production specifications.

• Following and executing recipe instructions accurately

• Sieving and loading materials into large mixing bins

• Moving loaded bins with the assistance of another operator

• Completing essential paperwork and batch documentation

• Packing and palletizing products in a temperature-controlled environment

• Cleaning and sanitizing machines to maintain a safe workplace

• Troubleshooting and performing basic machine maintenance

• Following GMP, HACCP and workplace safety procedures

• Reporting issues to production leaders and supporting overall production effectiveness

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and lift materials, must be able to lift up to 25kg

Physical Requirements

This role involves regular manual handling, standing, walking, bending and lifting.

Raw materials are supplied in bags and drums, generally ranging from 5 kg to 25 kg, so candidates must be comfortable with this level of manual handling.

Loaded mixing bins can weigh between 100 kg and 400 kg, however these are on wheels and are moved with assistance from a second operator.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in production, process work, dispensing or machine operation

• Experience in food manufacturing, baking, mixing, pharmaceutical or chemical environments is highly regarded

• Good attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions

• Understanding of GMP, HACCP and workplace safety

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Reliable and willing to work Monday to Friday

• Comfortable with manual handling and physical work

• Available for overtime when required

• Full working rights in Australia

Applicants must have full working rights in Australia. Unfortunately, this role is not available to student visa holders and working holiday visa.