Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Help us make great soup & dips at scale

Dari's Kitchen is Australia's leading soup brand, found in all major retailers across the country. We grow double digits year on year because we don't cut corners — great ingredients, great process, great people.

Our site is located right next to Sydenham Station, making it one of the most accessible food manufacturing sites in Sydney.

What you'll be doing

This is a hands-on machine operator role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for operating and monitoring production machinery to ensure our soup and dips are produced safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Tasks include:

• Operating automated filling and packaging machinery on our production lines
• Setting up, adjusting and monitoring machinery to maintain efficient production
• Monitoring product fill weights, quality and packaging standards
• Performing routine machine checks and basic troubleshooting
• Identifying and reporting equipment faults, breakdowns or production issues
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety
• Working closely with the production team to minimise downtime and meet production targets
• Assisting with cleaning and routine maintenance of machinery and equipment

You'll play an important role in keeping our production lines running smoothly while ensuring every product meets our quality standards.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment is essential
• Experience with automated filling, processing or packaging equipment is highly regarded
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements
• Ability to monitor machinery, identify issues and respond to production problems
• Good attention to detail, particularly around product quality and machine performance
• A proactive, team-first attitude and willingness to take responsibility
• Reliable and flexible across your assigned shift pattern

The details

• Location: Marrickville, Sydney NSW — 50m from Sydenham Station
• Shifts available: 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm (shift penalties apply)
• Employment type: Casual initially, with the potential to transition to a permanent full-time position based on business needs and performance.
• Pay: Competitive pay rate

How to apply

Apply via this listing or send your resume to [email protected].

Let us know about your previous machine operating experience in food manufacturing and which shifts suit you.

No cover letter required.