Plant Operator

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Plant Operator to support the Baiada team at Oakburn, Tamworth.

• $28.79 / hour + 25% casual loading and additional relevant allowances
• Monday - Saturday | Shifts: 7am – 3pm, 11pm – 7am
• Potential for permanency following probation

 
About the Role
As an Operator, your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring trucks are accurately weighed in and out, completing records, and performing Chain of Responsibility (COR) checks
• Overseeing plant operation, plant checks, accurate recording of operational parameters
• Completing general housekeeping of the processing area, including sweeping, vacuuming, foaming and hosing
• Loading and unloading trucks efficiently, as well as filling bulk bags with finished products
• Completing monitoring forms across several areas of operation and as requested
• Flexibility with working hours is essential, will include some weekend and shift work
• Buddy training will be provided for the first 3 months

About You
We’re looking for a proactive, reliable, and hands-on Operator who is eager to grow their career within a dynamic and expanding organisation. You will bring:

• Logical thought processes
• A strong commitment to long-term career growth
• Intermediate computer skills
• A mechanical mindset
• Good physical fitness to handle manual tasks
• A valid forklift license (Preferably with experience) or willing to obtain
• A dependable work history and reliable transportation
• Full Australian work rights (permanent residency or citizenship)

You’ll also bring a positive, team-focused attitude, a proactive approach to plant operations, and the flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and public holidays as required.


About Baiada

Driven by a passion for producing premium-quality poultry, Baiada, through its renowned Lilydale Free Range and Steggles brands, has been bringing Australian families together at the dinner table since 1919.

As a leader in the industry, Baiada delivers fresh poultry to local retailers and value-added products to Quick Service Restaurants and food service customers. By embracing innovation and maintaining high standards of process and efficiency, they consistently produce millions of top-quality products each year, setting the benchmark for excellence in the industry.


How to Apply

Click APPLY or contact the Baiada Team on 02 6762 9000 and baiadatamworth@chandlermacleod.com for a confidential discussion. At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.