Seasonal Production Operators - Tatura

Unilever Global; Tatura; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site support (social worker)

Financial rewards (service awards)

Recognition programs

Exclusive brand discounts

Job summary

Unilever invites applications for casual Seasonal Production Operator roles at our Tatura factory in Victoria. Roles run January 2027 to mid-2027 with 8.5-hour shifts from 6:30 AM or 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Training is provided and candidates must meet on-site requirements and daily/weekly production targets.

Employment offers above award rates with opportunities for growth. Successful applicants will complete required manufacturing processes, work with a supportive team, and uphold

Qualifications

• Experience operating packaging/production machinery preferred.
• QA checks and quality control experience preferred.
• Basic computer literacy and data entry into databases expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine setup, operation, adjustment and shutdown.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and monitor product quality.
• Enter data into databases accurately.
• Adhere to safety, food safety, quality and hygiene standards.

Skills

Mechanical operations

Quality Assurance

Data entry

Safety compliance

Job description

About Unilever

At Unilever, our products touch the lives of 2.5 billion people every day and we are dedicated to making a positive sustainable impact globally. Our Tatura facility manufactures leading global brands like Continental, Knorr’s, and Hellmann’s.

The Role

We are looking for casual Seasonal Production Operators at our Tatura factory. Work will commence in January 2027 and conclude in mid-2027. Shifts are 8.5 hours, Monday to Friday (commencing at 6:30 AM for day shift, or 3:00 PM for afternoon shift). Work with a great crew on above award rates. Successful candidates will receive on the job training and will be required to complete a range of manufacturing processes associated with food production to meet daily/weekly production targets.

Key Responsibilities of the Seasonal Production Operator role will include:

• Perform basic mechanical operations such as setup, operation, adjustment, and shutdown of machines, and handle materials (raw and pack) to supply to the line.
• Performing Quality Assurance checks.
• Complete computer skills/data entry into databases.
• Adhere to our stringent safety, food safety, quality & hygiene standards.

What we are looking for:

• Positive, punctual, with a good work ethic, good availability.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, including both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow, understand and apply instructions.
• Basic problem solving, literacy and computer skills.
• Satisfactorily pass Unilever’s pre-employment medical which includes:
• Drug & alcohol testing
• Physical fitness including ability to stand and walk for extended periods and must be able to lift and carry objects, a minimum of 15kg repeatedly. Push and pull with some force occasionally at waist height.
• All applicants must also be in possession of current and fully unrestricted valid working rights to work in Australia at the time of their application.

Why join us?

Unilever’s Tatura factory is a place our employees are proud to recommend to friends and family.

• On-site Support: Access to a social worker, and soft tissue clinic offering physiotherapy.
• Financial Rewards: generous service awards.
• Recognition Programs: Peer reward and recognition initiatives.
• Exclusive Discounts: Deals with top brands like Dell, Apple, Headspace, HSBC Bank, AON Insurance, Bupa, Dermalogica, and more.

You will be joining a dynamic, flexible, and inspiring work environment that truly cares about your well-being, values what you do, and celebrates your success. This is a great opportunity to work within an iconic and global organisation. We have gained our reputation as one of the world's most admired employers by providing an environment where individuals can achieve their goals, both professionally and personally. Make no mistake we expect a lot from our people as they do of us.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the recruitment team via phone or message.

Unilever is an organization committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. This means we encourage people with all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pacific Peoples, and people with disabilities. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! We encourage you to advise us at the time of your application if you require any reasonable adjustment so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.