Shift Operator B

Nufarm; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nufarm in Laverton North, Victoria is seeking Synthesis Operators to join the 2,4-D Manufacturing team. You will operate processes and equipment to meet production requirements, follow supervisor instructions, and drive improvements in safety, quality and efficiency.

You will work in a fast-paced agricultural chemical plant, with opportunities for development and leadership within the operations team. A forklift licence and good problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience operating in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of process control.
• A Forklift Licence is essential.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing principles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate plants efficiently to meet production schedules and cycle times.
• Follow supervisor instructions regarding plant organisation, process control, quality non-conformances and improvements.
• Work with unique operating equipment and processes.
• Troubleshoot issues and drive improvements in operating processes and systems.
• Contribute to safety, 5S and plant cleanliness; report faults to Maintenance via CMMS.
• Assist in safe shutdown/start-up of equipment across multiple plants.
• Adhere to operating procedures and safety regulations; wear PPE at all times.
• Support development and leadership within operations and site teams.

Skills

Forklift Licence

Process control

Problem solving

Communication skills

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Requisition ID10596-Posted10/22/2026-Australia-Victoria-Manufacturing-Nufarm – Crop Protection

It’s official. We’re the #1 best place to work in Agriculture, Mining and Utilities awarded by @FinancialReview and @Inventium 2023

Nufarm. Evolving Ag.

Nufarm is a global crop protection and seeds technologies company that helps farmers and businesses meet the global challenges of food, feed, fibre and food production.

Whether it’s commercialising the world’s first plant-based omega-3, launching precision agricultural solutions, unlocking biomass oils for more sustainable fuels and fast-moving consumer goods, launching innovative new crop protection solutions or delivering the crop and seed solutions farmers depend on every day, Nufarm is evolving with agriculture to drive value for customers.

Your Future, Fuelled by Innovation

Based in Laverton North, we are looking for Synthesis Operators to join the 2,4 D Manufacturing team at Nufarm. You will have the opportunity to work within a fast paced agricultural chemical plant producing our key products to meet production requirements. We are passionate about growth and development and see this role as a great opportunity to grow your career with an Australian global company.

Be part of building a better Nufarm

• Operating plants efficiently, to schedule and to cycle times
• Effectively following supervisor instructions with relation to plant organisation, process control, quality non-conformances and improvements
• Opportunity to work with unique, one of a kind operating equipment and processes
• Strong troubleshooting skills and issues response.
• Desire to drive improvements in operating processes and systems
• Opportunities for development and leadership within the operations and site teams with ability to be our next team/shift leaders!
• Reporting any plant or equipment faults readily to the Maintenance team using the CMMS work request system
• Driving systems such as 5S and general plant cleanliness and coordination
• Managing safe shutdown and start-up of all equipment in the Plascon, Herbicide, Brine, Chlorination, Distillation and any other plants associated with the process
• Diligent adherence to required operating procedures, and ensuring process instructions are followed to ensure safety and consistency.
• Experience with generation and use of permit to work systems, JSEAs and LOTO systems.
• Ensuring all safety regulations are followed and that necessary PPE is worn at all times
• Immediately reporting any safety incidents or hazards
• Proposing modifications and improvements concerning productivity, safety and quality
• Understanding of Management of Change systems.

What do you bring?

You ideally have previous experience operating in a manufacturing environment with a working knowledge ofprocess control. You will have the ability to monitor process capability, use structured problem solving tools and apply quality standards. A Forklift Licence is essential.As an operator, you will have the opportunity to drive improvements in plant operation and systems, but will also have the opportunity to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty in and around the plant.

Ideally, you will have exposure to lean manufacturing principles and be comfortable reading engineering drawings and technical documentation. Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact positively with stakeholders and a safety oriented, process/procedurally driven approach to operating machinery is pivotal to success in the role. In return we are passionate about providing an environment for growth, development and the opportunity to forge a career with us!