Machine Operator

📍 Virginia, QLD
💼 Permanent Full-Time
💰 $33.06 per hour

We have an exciting opportunity for a Machine Operator - Day Shift to join the Arnott's team at our Virginia bakery.

This role is ideal for someone with experience operating machinery in a fast-paced FMCG or manufacturing environment who remains calm under pressure, takes pride in producing quality work, and enjoys solving problems. You'll be responsible for operating packing machinery and feeding product on the line, ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent production outcomes.

If you have a strong mechanical mindset, excellent verbal communication skills, and enjoy working as part of a supportive, hands-on team, we'd love to hear from you.

What Your Day Looks Like

• Set up, perform changeovers, operate, and troubleshoot equipment in line with Arnott's Safety, Quality, and Performance Standards.
• Maintain the efficient operation of packing machines and feeding stations.
• Complete quality control checks throughout the shift.
• Uphold GMP, HACCP, and hygiene standards, ensuring production areas remain clean and compliant.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to achieve daily production targets.
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support, coach, and develop team members where required.
• Accurately complete production and quality documentation.

The Ingredients for Success

Just like you can't make a Tim Tam without chocolate, there are a few essential ingredients we need for this role:

• Previous machine operating experience within an FMCG or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and confidence troubleshooting machinery and equipment.
• Sound understanding of safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Knowledge of 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles is highly regarded.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to follow procedures, complete documentation, and effectively communicate with team members and leaders.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
• A continuous improvement mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proven reliability with a strong attendance and performance record.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
• Full working rights in Australia are essential

Additional Information

• Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening.
• Uniforms and required PPE will be provided.
• Availability to work the Afternoon Shift on an ongoing basis.

The Arnott's Group is proud of its delicious and iconic portfolio of brands that continue the legacy begun by the Arnott family in 1865. Created locally, we provide quality, great-tasting food to delight consumers around the world.

The Arnott's Group is headquartered in Sydney and employs approximately 4,000 people in markets across the Asia Pacific region. This includes manufacturing sites in NSW, QLD, VIC and SA as well as New Zealand, Malaysia and Indonesia.

The Arnott's Group portfolio includes the iconic Arnott's brands along with Campbell's products in Australia, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Japan, a cereal and snacks division called Good Food Partners and the 180 degrees luxury biscuit brand.