A permanent full time opportunity exists for an Extruder Operator based at CopRice Wangaratta. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team and responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the Extruder and ancillary equipment of the Extrusion plant, ensuring production requirements are met on a daily basis.
Duties:
- Complete shift operating tasks safely
- Following production plans and adjusting to meet changes in product demand and ingredient supply
- Ensure plant and equipment is operated and maintained to standard
- Ensure food safety compliance of ingredients and finished products
- Operating Forklift (once trained and licenced)
What you will need:
- Current Australian Driver’s Licence
- Forklift licence essential, or you must be willing to obtain one
- Mechanical Aptitude
Required Competencies include:
- Lifting, reaching, standing,
stooping and bending is required throughout the shift
- Manual dexterity and ability to use hand tools
- Ability to learn new processes quickly and trouble shoot difficulties whilst maintaining quality standards
- Competent computer skills
- Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal customers/team members
HoursRotating 2-week roster (Monday to Friday):
- Week 1: 6:00am to 2:00pm
- Week 2: 2:00pm to 10:00pm
Please note: the roster is expected to transition to a three-shift rotation (morning, afternoon and night shifts) in the future.