Role Purpose

This role supports the daily manufacturing on gummy, capsule, bottling and packaging lines; maintain uptime through accurate set‑ups, line clearance and sanitation; complete QA checks and batch records; and collaborate with technicians, QA and mixing to achieve plan. You may also be required to assist in the laboratory, mixing room, and QA/QC functions as operational needs arise.

Key Responsibilities
Flex across production and mixing room.
Operate, monitor and adjust production equipment (gummy depositor, cooker, capsule filler, bottling and pouch lines) to SOPs and production plans.
Complete start‑up, in‑process and end‑of‑run checks (weights, counts, metal detection, vision/label checks, seal integrity).
Execute changeovers, line clearance and sanitation; document via checklists and ensure allergen/colour/flavour segregation.
Capture and enter production data (yields, downtime, rejects, parameters) accurately and on time.
Assist with preventative maintenance, basic fault‑finding and escalation to the Machine Technician when required.
Work with the Mixing Room to stage and verify ingredients and pre‑mixes; confirm IDs,



batch numbers and quantities against batch sheets.
Follow HACCP/GMP, WHS and hygiene standards; wear correct PPE; participate in toolbox talks and risk assessments.
Support sampling, retains and lab drop‑offs; help prepare labelled samples for internal tastings and client reviews.
Contribute to continuous improvement - identify causes of waste and downtime and suggest practical fixes.

Skills & Experience
Experience in food, beverage, pharmaceutical or FMCG manufacturing preferred (gummy/capsule/confectionery a plus).
Solid mechanical aptitude; comfortable with HMIs, basic settings, and following SOPs for set‑up and changeover.
Understanding of in‑process QA (weights, Brix/pH checks, CCP/PCP logs) and batch documentation.
Knowledge of HACCP/GMP and allergen control, or willingness to learn quickly.
Physically fit and safety‑minded; able to lift up to 15–20 kg and stand for extended periods; shift flexibility when required.

Casual position (25 - 38 hours available)
Monday to Friday
7:30am - 3pm or 9am - 5pm

Immediate start.

📌 Production Machine Operator Gold Coast
🏢 Eagle Labs Australia
📍 Gold Coast