Packing / Machine Operator - Day & Afternoon shifts
At Sara Lee, we're building on the success of one of Australia's most iconic food brands. As demand for our products continues to grow, we're expanding our operations, investing in our people, and creating new opportunities across our manufacturing team.
Due to continued business growth and increasing demand for our products, we're looking for experienced
Packing Machine Operators
to join our team across our
Day and Afternoon Shifts
on a permanent full-time basis.
About the Role
As a
Packing Machine Operator
, you will work across a range of our production and packing lines, providing additional coverage and backfilling where required.
This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys working across different equipment, products and teams. You will be trained across multiple areas of our operation, giving you the skills and flexibility to support production wherever needed.
Responsibilities include:
Setting up and starting packing equipment
Operating and monitoring packing machinery throughout production runs
Troubleshooting machinery and resolving basic mechanical issues
Completing safe start‐up and end‐of‐shift shutdown procedures
Ensuring packaging materials and supplies are sufficiently stocked
Assisting with product changeovers and basic preventative maintenance
Operating equipment including metal detectors, x‐ray systems,



check weighers, sleevers, case packers, labellers and manual packing stations
Performing quality checks and maintaining accurate production documentation
Maintaining hygiene and sanitation standards in line with HACCP and GMP
Meeting production targets and monitoring line performance
Moving between production areas as required to support operational needs
Working safely and in accordance with company quality and safety systems
About You
Full training will be provided to the right individuals; however, preference will be given to candidates who have:
Previous machine operating experience, ideally within high‐volume FMCG, food or healthcare manufacturing
Experience working across different production lines or machinery
Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, quality and safety principles
Strong attention to detail and a positive, can‐do attitude
The ability to adapt quickly and work effectively across different teams
Willingness to learn a range of equipment and production processes
Reliability and a solid commitment to supporting the wider production team
What We Offer
Day and Afternoon Shift opportunities
9‐day fortnight – every second Friday off
Extra leave day each year
Overtime opportunities
Training across multiple production lines and equipment
And, of course...
Cake!
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📌 Packing / Machine Operator - Day & Afternoon Shifts (New South Wales)
🏢 Sara Lee Australia
📍 New South Wales