Production Operator

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Location
Ethelton, South Australia
Category
Manufacturing Transport & Logistics
Salary
$38.00 - $43.00 Yearly
Posted
30-Apr-2026
Work type
Casual/Temp
Contact
Jez Pijo
Reference
186483
We’re seeking Production Operators for ongoing roles with our client in grain milling and food production.

About the Role
As a Packing Operator, you will be responsible for ensuring all packing and mixing functions are carried out to meet production specifications. Your duties will include:
  • Blending flour and filling bulk packing bins.
  • Monitoring packing operations and equipment performance.
  • Recording production data in SAP and ensuring accurate labeling and batch coding.
  • Performing metal detection checks and CCP procedures.
  • Cleaning equipment and maintaining hygiene standards.
  • Communicating breakdowns and production issues to supervisors.
  • Supporting shift handovers and contributing to a safe, efficient workplace.
You will begin on day shift for initial training and then transition into a rotating three-shift pattern (day, afternoon, and night shifts) to support continuous operations. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced grain milling environment where attention to detail, safety, and teamwork are key to success.

What We Offer
  • Comprehensive Training: Full training provided, including PPE and safety protocols.
  • Well-Equipped Facility: Work in a site designed to support efficient and high-standard operations.
  • Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a collaborative and safety-focused team.
  • Pay:  Day - $32.92 p/h, Afternoon - $39.24 p/h, Night - $48.86
What We Seek
  • Working Rights: Must have valid working rights in Australia.
  • Location: Ideally suited to candidates living in or around Port Adelaide.
  • Availability: Full-time availability for rotating shifts, including weekends and overtime.
  • Licensing: Current forklift license is required.
Experience
  • Proven experience in food production or similar environments.
  • Familiarity with HACCP and food safety systems.
  • Experience operating machinery in a computer/PLC-controlled setting.
Skills:
  • Strong communication and teamwork.
  • Ability to work under pressure and maintain high accuracy.
  • Commitment to safety and hygiene standards.

Why Join Us?
If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding role in a supportive team environment, we want to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to a high-performing operation in the grain milling industry.

Please note only successful candidates will be contacted.  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.
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