Packing Filler Operator

Packing Filler Operator


Company
Bega Group
Location
Crestmead, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
18 days ago
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Job Description
The Role Our Crestmead dairy site near Logan, south of Brisbane, manufactures and distributes a range of milk and milk-based products, made with fresh milk sourced direct from 35 dairy farms in the south-east Queensland region. Producing around 100 million litres of product per year! Due to continued growth and the introduction of an additional production shift, we are seeking enthusiastic and self‑motivated Production Operators to join our team. We have multiple permanent opportunities available across fixed Morning, Afternoon, and Night shifts, offering stability and long‑term career prospects within a well‑established operation.Key ResponsibilitiesSupporting production lines through rotating operational activitiesOperating bottle fillers and associated upstream and downstream equipmentCompleting and maintaining quality, testing, and production documentationProactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure smooth production flowWorking collaboratively within the team and contributing to continuous improvement initiativesAbout YouExperience in FMCG manufacturing and/or warehousing/logisticsMechanical aptitude with the ability to assist in basic troubleshootingConfidence using technology for production, safety, quality, and reporting systemsA strong commitment to teamwork, safety, and quality standardsHigh attention to detail and a willingness to learnForklift licence/experience (highly regarded but not essential)Bega Group Story Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day. Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future! Life at Bega Group Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative cultureGrow with us, through opportunities for career development and progressionContribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner withAccess to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programsEnjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insuranceApplications The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical. At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group. We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

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