Experienced Meat Processing Machine Operator

About the role

This is a hands-on factory role responsible for operating our Marel i-Cut portion-cutting machine and ULMA thermoforming packaging line. You will help ensure meat products are accurately portioned, packed, labelled and produced to our quality and food-safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and operate the Marel i-Cut portion-cutting machine
• Load products and select the correct cutting programs
• Monitor portion weights, yield and cutting accuracy
• Make machine adjustments to meet product specifications
• Operate the ULMA thermoformer packaging line
• Load meat into packs neatly and at the required production speed
• Check seals, vacuum quality, presentation, labels and use-by dates
• Complete product changeovers and basic machine adjustments
• Follow daily production schedules and product specifications
• Identify and report equipment or production issues

About you

• Previous experience operating food-processing or meat-processing machinery
• Experience with portion-cutting or thermoforming equipment is highly regarded
• Marel i-Cut or ULMA thermoformer experience would be a major advantage
• Able to work accurately in a fast-paced, chilled production environment
• Strong understanding of portion control, product quality and presentation
• Mechanically minded and comfortable making basic machine adjustments
• Reliable, punctual and physically capable of performing factory duties
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Knowledge of HACCP and food-safety requirements
• Full Australian working rights

Benefits

• Full-time, stable employment
• Early-morning/day-shift hours
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Modern meat-processing and packaging equipment
• Training on our specific machinery and production systems
• A supportive team environment within an established Sydney meat business

About us

Origin Meat is an established Sydney meat business who is experiencing significant growth. Come and be a part of a team on the move!

The job is Tuesday to Saturday with a guaranteed 45 hours per week (including breaks)