Job Description
Full-time Permanent Entry Level
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Posted 31 Jul ****
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Description
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Primary Purpose:
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The Colour Sorter Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of colour sorting machinery while ensuring products meet customer specifications and food safety requirements.
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The role will work closely with production, quality and maintenance teams to maximise throughput, minimise downtime, and contribute to a high-performing workplace.
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A 'hands-on' role, the Colour Sorter Technician works in a rapid‐paced production environment and requires flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including rotating rosters, overnight, weekend and public holiday shifts as operational requirements dictate.
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This role plays a critical part in product quality, yield optimisation, food safety compliance, and continuous operational efficiency.
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Key Responsibilities
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In conjunction with the Sorting & Packing Manager and Supervisor:
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Operate and monitor colour sorting equipment to achieve defined production targets.
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Select and validate sorting programs based on product specifications and customer requirements.
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Optimise machine settings to maximise throughput and minimise product loss, adhering to quality standards.
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Conduct pre-operational checks and assist with product changeovers.
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Continuously monitor product quality and elevate issues where required.
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Complete production documentation and maintain accurate operational records.
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Perform first-line troubleshooting and coordinate with maintenance teams when necessary.
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Ensure equipment and work areas are maintained to high housekeeping and sanitation standards.
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Follow all food safety, quality assurance and workplace health and safety procedures.
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Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to improve operational performance and efficiency.
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Equipment Operation
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Operate and monitor the effective operation of sorting equipment.
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Select, set up, and validate appropriate sorting programs based on almond product type and customer grade specifications.
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Adjust machine parameters for optimal throughput.
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Support team members to maintain workflow efficiency and minimise downtime.
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Quality Assurance & Product Monitoring
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Optimise machine settings to maximise throughput, minimise product loss, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
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Assist with product changeovers,
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Follow all SOP and WI as applicable to the role.
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Continuously monitor product quality.
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Ensure all quality issues are escalated promptly to the Packing & Sorting
Supervisor/Manager.
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Maintain accurate and detailed records.
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Perform first-line troubleshooting and escalated unresolved technical issues to maintenance teams.
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WHS Responsibilities
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Ensure compliance with OH&S; standards and site-specific safety procedures.
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Enforce appropriate PPE usage at all times
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Ensure lockout/tagout procedures are followed when required.
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Report hazards, risks, or mechanical issues immediately and tag out equipment when necessary.
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Maintenance & Housekeeping
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Carry out first‐line troubleshooting across all sorter platforms and escape unresolved technical issues to maintenance teams.
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Oversee cleaning of colour sorters and surrounding work areas to maintain sanitary standards.
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Ensure pre‐start and shutdown procedures are executed correctly.
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Coordinate with maintenance personnel to minimise downtime and support continuous operation.
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Monitor product flow and coordinate with upstream and downstream processes to maintain consistent production.
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Accurately record and report key production metrics, including throughput rates, yield percentages, reject rates, downtime, and quality deviations.
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Communicate effectively with supervisors, quality assurance, and maintenance teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Strong operational leadership and cross‐functional coordination experience.
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Proven ability to optimise processes and improve performance metrics.
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Data‐driven decision‐making and quality monitoring expertise.
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Experience managing multiple stakeholders while maintaining compliance standards.
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High attention to detail in documentation and record‐keeping.
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Strong understanding of workflow optimisation and process improvement.
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Effective communicator with the ability to support and guide teams.
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Qualifications & Experience
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Minimum of 1 year experience operating production or processing equipment within a manufacturing or food processing environment.
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Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‐solving skills.
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The ability to monitor product quality and make operational adjustments when required.
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
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Strong organisational skills with accurate record‐keeping abilities.
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A commitment to workplace health and safety and food safety standards.
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An understanding of continuous improvement principles.
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Qualifications in Science, Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
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Experience with quality monitoring and production data analysis.
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Workplace Health & Safety training.
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HACCP knowledge or certification.
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Familiarity with optical sorting technology and associated software.
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Understanding of food safety regulations relevant to Australian manufacturing.

📌 Colour Sorter Technician (New South Wales)
🏢 Rgit Australia
📍 New South Wales