VFFS Packaging Operator - Food Packaging (Afternoon Shift)

Inter Industrial; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual hourly rates

Training and support provided

Safe and supportive team environment

View to permanent for right candidate

Job summary

INTER INDUSTRIAL SERVICES is seeking reliable Machine Operators for their Knoxfield-based operation, focusing on Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) packaging. The role prefers hands-on experience in production, food processing, and operating blending or VFFS machinery.

Training on day shift and ongoing casual work with potential permanency are offered. The ideal candidate can follow recipes, maintain safety standards, and work well in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in production, food processing is required or preferred.
• Experience operating blending or mixing equipment.
• Experience operating VFFS packaging machinery is highly regarded.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes, formulas and production instructions.
• Good mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance and a safety-first attitude.
• Ability to undertake manual handling and physical production duties.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) packaging machines.
• Set up, monitor and make basic adjustments to production and packaging equipment.
• Read and check a job sheet and give instructions to process workers on ingredients.
• Load and unload materials safely.
• Complete production records, batch documentation and quality checks using a computer system.
• Monitor product quality and report issues or discrepancies.
• Follow all food safety, WHS and site procedures.
• Work safely and efficiently to meet daily production requirements.

Skills

Production experience

Food processing experience

VFFS packaging equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

VFFS packaging machinery

Blending equipment

Job description

INTER INDUSTRIAL SERVICES is seeking reliable Machine Operators for their Knoxfield-based operation, focusing on Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) packaging. The role prefers hands-on experience in production, food processing, and operating blending or VFFS machinery.

Training on day shift and ongoing casual work with potential permanency are offered. The ideal candidate can follow recipes, maintain safety standards, and work well in a fast-paced team environment.