Manufacturing Operator

• Exciting opportunity to join an Industry Leader
• Great site and long-term job security
• Live Local! Work Local!
• Situated in Central Queensland at Bajool

About UsCheetham Salt prides itself in offering value added Australian solar salt products and is proud to play an integral role in Australian manufacturing. As Australia's largest producer and refiner of solar salt, Cheetham Salt offers reliable salt products to a broad range of industries including the industrial, food, stockfeed, hide and pool sectors.

Our Bajool Operations in Central Queensland are currently seeking permanent Manufacturing Operator to join our team. Bajool and Port Alma are about 40km south of Rockhampton and 40km north of Gladstone. We are committed to being a values driven business and provide a workplace where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

Life at Cheetham SaltOur company culture and values driven behaviour is 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 all our employees. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as,

• Above award wage rates
• Daily vehicle allowance - $15.00 per day plus additional $12.00 per day for carpooling with fellow employees
• Overtime (plenty on offer)
• Ongoing training & development
• Company funded Salary Continuance Insurance
• Employee Referral Program - refer a mate & receive $1000
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid primary carer Parental & Paternity leave options
• Reward & Recognition Program which recognises outstanding achievements of all employees
• Uniforms provided
• Free onsite parking

The RoleReporting directly to the Manufacturing & Warehouse Coordinator and key responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Strive to maintain/improve the systems and processes that will enhance safety, quality & productivity through your team.
• Operating equipment to produce bulk and bagged products
• Warehouse duties including operation of the pallet wrapper

About YouIf you just graduated school, or are looking for a new career, this job is for you! We don't require any prior Industrial Manufacturing experience and will fully train you on procedures, equipment and systems - including helping you obtain a forklift licence.

• Strong commitment to Safety and Quality standards
• Able to work both autonomously and within a proactive team environment
• Capacity to undertake physically repetitive and manual handling work
• Available to work a rotating day/night roster
• Valid forklift licence is highly regarded
• A current driver's licence and have own transport to get to work as there is no public transport
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia
• You must reside within 1 hour commute distance from site
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, & background checks, including police check

How to applyIf this is you, please click "Apply now" and provide both your resume and cover letter. Upon receipt of your application, you will receive an email with our pre-screening questions. (Please ensure you check your junk email). Only applicants with unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing and background checks including police check as part of our process.

Applications close on 29 September 2026