Chemical Blender / Production Operator

Location: Yatla, QLD
Position: Full-Time

Salty Captain is a quick-growing Australian manufacturing business producing cleaning and maintenance products for the marine, automotive, 4WD, RV, and home markets. We are looking for a motivated and reliable Chemical Blender / Production Operator to join our production team.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role responsible for blending chemical products, operating production equipment, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring smooth day-to-day manufacturing operations.

The successful applicant will play a key role in keeping production running efficiently while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities
Blending and mixing chemical products according to batch formulations
Operating and monitoring mixing tanks and blending equipment
Running and supporting bottle filling and production lines
Organising and maintaining raw material and chemical storage areas
Receiving and handling chemical deliveries
Inventory management and stock control
Forklift operation for movement of pallets, raw materials, and finished goods
Completing production records and quality control documentation
Maintaining a clean, organised,



and safe work workplace
Assisting with production scheduling and workflow management

Skills & ExperienceEssential
Current Forklift Licence
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Ability to follow procedures and batch formulations accurately
Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks
Valuable organisational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Highly Regarded
Previous experience as a Chemical Blender or Production Operator
Experience working within manufacturing, chemical, food, or liquid production environments
Experience using inventory management systems
Understanding of workplace health and safety procedures

Bonus Skills

We are particularly interested in mechanically minded applicants who can assist with:
Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Production line optimisation
Basic mechanical repairs and servicing
Improving manufacturing efficiency and productivity

Additional remuneration may be available for candidates with strong mechanical or maintenance experience.

Pay: From $34.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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