Chandler Macleod is seeking a dedicated Plant Operator to support the team at Oakburn, Tamworth.

- Attractive pay + penalties/allowances
- Monday - Saturday | shift 7am-3pm
- Potential for permanency following probation

About the Role

As an Operator, your key responsibilities will include:

- Ensuring trucks are accurately weighed in and out, completing records, and performing Chain of Responsibility (COR) checks
- Overseeing plant operation, plant checks, accurate recording of operational parameters
- Completing general housekeeping of the processing area, including sweeping, vacuuming, foaming and hosing
- Loading and unloading trucks efficiently, as well as filling bulk bags with finished products
- Completing monitoring forms across several areas of operation, and as requested
- Flexibility with working hours is essential, will include some weekend and shift work
- Training paired with a colleague will be provided for the first 3 months

About You

We’re looking for a proactive, reliable, and hands-on Operator who is eager to grow their career within a dynamic and expanding organisation. You will bring:

- Full Australian work rights (Permanent Residency or Citizenship)
- A strong commitment to long-term career growth
- A valid forklift license (preferably with experience) or willing to obtain




- Analytical/critical thinking and mechanical mindset
- Intermediate computer skills
- Excellent physical fitness to handle manual tasks
- A dependable work history and reliable transportation

You will also bring a positive, team-focused attitude, and a proactive approach to plant operations. You will be versatile to work various shifts, including weekends and public holidays as required.

About Baiada

Baiada, through its well-respected Lilydale Free Range and Steggles brands, has been a cornerstone of Australian family meals since 1919, driven by a dedication to crafting premium poultry.

We are passionate about delivering great quality poultry products. We follow our products all the way from eggs to shelf, helping us produce a wide range of quality chicken and turkey products for our customers.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at diversity-and-inclusion.

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📌 Plant Operator (Tamworth)
🏢 Chandler Macleod Group
📍 Tamworth