Plant Operator

Chandler Macleod is seeking a dedicated Plant Operator to support the team at Oakburn, Tamworth. 

• Attractive pay + penalties/allowances
• Monday - Saturday | shift 7am – 3pm
• 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
• Training paired with a colleague 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:

• Full Australian work rights (Permanent Residency or Citizenship)
• A strong commitment to long-term career growth
• A valid forklift license (preferably with experience) or willing to obtain
• Analytical/critical thinking and mechanical mindset
• Intermediate computer skills
• Excellent physical fitness to handle manual tasks
• A dependable work history and reliable transportation

You will also bring a positive, team-focused attitude, and a proactive approach to plant operations. You will be flexible to work various shifts, including weekends and public holidays as required.

About Baiada
Baiada, through its well-respected Lilydale Free Range and Steggles brands, has been a cornerstone of Australian family meals since 1919, driven by a dedication to crafting premium poultry. 

We are passionate about delivering great quality poultry products. We follow our products all the way from eggs to shelf, helping us produce a wide range of quality chicken and turkey products for our customers.

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.