Brief Description
At The Union Dairy Company, we are committed to providing a solid and secure dairy processing company that partners with local farmers to deliver quality Australian product throughout the world. The Union Dairy Company has an annual processing capacity of 300 million liters of raw milk and began production in ****. Located in Penola, South Australia – the purpose-built plant provides a state-of-the-art factory and is the newest of its kind in the southern hemisphere.
We are currently seeking multiple suitably experienced applicants for the roles of Production Operator located in Penola, SA.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Operate and monitor production equipment across milk powder packing, palletising, evaporator, spray dryer, wet processing and AMF operations, as trained and required
Ensure products meet food safety, quality and packaging standards by completing routine quality checks, sampling, monitoring and production records
Operate forklifts and warehouse systems to move raw materials, packaging and finished products, where licensed and authorised
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),



safety requirements and hygiene standards at all times
Monitor equipment and production processes, identify issues or defects, and report problems to the Production Supervisor
Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic work workplace and complete cleaning and changeover activities
Work collaboratively with the production team, communicate effectively during shift handovers, and participate in training and continuous improvement activities
Skills & Experiences
Current forklift licence and Australian driver's licence
Previous experience in dairy or food manufacturing is desirable
Basic computer skills and the ability to complete production and quality records accurately
Good mechanical aptitude, with the ability to follow instructions and troubleshoot basic production issues
Physically fit and able to lift up to 25 kg, perform manual handling tasks and stand for extended periods during 12-hour shifts
Above award wages are paid and will be discussed at the time of interview.
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