Production Operator (Casual) - Kelso

**Date:** 4 Oct 2026

**Location:** Kelso, NSW, AU, 2795

**Company:** Simplot

In Australia, the Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

Culture and Benefits

- Respect for Resources
- Spirit of Innovation
- Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

The Perks

- Fully supplied & laundered uniform, boots & PPE
- Income Protection Insurance
- Company provided on-site soft tissue specialist appointments
- Training & development opportunities
- Discounted health insurance options
- Attractive shift loadings & overtime rates

About Our Role

- Casual production based opportunities with the home of Australia's favourite foods - Simplot Kelso




- Shift based positions - work across day / afternoon / night shifts on a Mon-Sat roster (with occasional Sun OT as required)
- Base hourly rate $43.26 (incl. 25% casual loading) + 15% afternoon shift allowance + 30% night shift allowance
- Sat & Sunday overtime paid at double time rates

What You Will Do

- Inspection / preparation of incoming raw material
- Manual handling of ingredients used in the production process
- Safe operations of fixed plant processing & high speed packaging equipment
- Cleaning and sanitation of production lines
- Accurately complete daily shift logs / associated paperwork
- Participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) activities
- Contribute to site safety & Valuable Manufacturing Practice (GMP) activities
- LF forklift operations - for those candidates who currently hold a valid forklift licence with demonstrated experience

About You

- Possess a 100% commitment to safety, health & wellbeing in the workplace
- Demonstrated experience within a manufacturing, process or mechanical related role will be highly regarded
- A current LF forklift licence and demonstrated operating experience (advantageous)
- Hold a problem solving mindset
- Ability to commit to 8 hour shifts across a Mon‑Fri roster (incl. of day/night/afternoon shifts) with Saturday OT (as required)
- Possess a high level of both written and verbal communication skills, in addition to time management skills and the ability to work to production schedules
- Ability to work proactively whilst unsupervised whilst also being able to work within a team environment
- Possess positive communication skills
- Willingness to undertake a pre‑employment medical assessment (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screening)

Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT, MONDAY 26th OCTOBER 2026 - Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date

Travel Required : None

Location(s): GF Plant - Kelso

Country : Australia

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