5 Manufacturing Operator jobs in Australia
Production Operator
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You are a key ingredient in changing how the world snacks. You will operate and maintain equipment to meet our Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Sustainability and Morale targets
**Job Description Summary**
Working within our experienced team at the ionic Philadelphia site, as a Production Operator you will have a variety of responsibilities including machine set up and operation, and equipment monitoring and adjustment. As a Production Operator you will enjoy completive wages, great terms and conditions as well as a variety of opportunities for training and development.
**Job Description**
**Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?**
**Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.**
As a Production Operator, you will play a vital role in our manufacturing process, ensuring that our products are made in a safe environment, meet the highest standards of quality and contribute to the efficiency of our manufacturing process. You're key responsibilities include;
+ Following safety standards and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
+ Producing products according to specifications and Quality standards
+ Inspecting finished products to ensure they meet Quality standards
+ Setting up, operating, monitoring and adjusting production machinery and equipment
+ Basic machine troubleshooting and maintenance
+ Use of SAP and other online computer systems
+ Active use of lean manufacturing tools including 5Y, Kaizen and One Point Lessons to reduce losses across the plant
+ Maintaining a clean and organized work environment
+ Collaborating with team members to meet production goals and deadlines
+ Reporting any issues to the Shift Leader or Manager
**What you will bring**
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:
+ Machine operations
+ Lean manufacturing
+ Safety and quality standards
+ Communicating with team members on site
+ Using IT systems to support production process
+ Collaborating well in a diverse work environment
+ Forklift Licence advantageous
**More about this role**
This role is on a rotating shift - Day/Afternoon/Night
Base rate of $40.04/hr following initial training
**Business Unit Summary**
At Mondelez International, our mission is to provide consumers with the right snack, for the right moment, made in the right way. We are one of the largest snack companies in the world, with global net revenues exceeding $31 billion USD.
We have operations in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 91,000 diverse and talented employees in our factories, offices, research & development facilities and distribution activities around the world.
In Australia and New Zealand, we have 6 factories, and both global and local brands, employing over 2,000 people; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Toblerone, Philadelphia, belVita, Pascall, The Natural Confectionery Company, Sour Patch Kids and Ritz.
Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
**Job Type**
Regular
Manufacturing core
Manufacturing
At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.
We have a rich portfolio of strong brands - both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum
Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.
Join us and Make It An Opportunity!
Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.
Production Operator

Posted 16 days ago
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**Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?**
**Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.**
As a Production Operator, you will play a vital role in our manufacturing process, ensuring that our products are made in a safe environment, meet the highest standards of quality and contribute to the efficiency of our manufacturing process. You are a key ingredient in changing how the world snacks. You will operate and maintain equipment to meet our Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Sustainability and Morale targets.
**You're key responsibilities include;**
+ Following safety standards and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
+ Producing products according to specifications and Quality standards.
+ Inspecting finished products to ensure they meet Quality standards.
+ Setting up, operating, monitoring and adjusting production machinery and equipment.
+ Basic machine troubleshooting and maintenance.
+ Use of SAP and other online computer systems.
+ Active use of lean manufacturing tools including 5Y, Kaizen and One Point Lessons to reduce losses across the plant.
+ Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
+ Collaborating with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
+ Reporting any issues to the Shift Leader or Manager.
+ Potential opportunity to work in Warehousing.
**What you will bring**
_A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:_
+ Machine / mechanical operations.
+ Lean manufacturing.
+ Safety and quality standards.
+ Communicating with team members on site.
+ Using IT systems to support production process.
+ Collaborating well in a diverse work environment.
+ Forklift Licence advantageous.
**More about this role**
+ Part Time role - 40 hours per fortnight.
+ Multiple roles available.
+ This role is on a rotating shift - Day/Afternoon/Night.
**Business Unit Summary**
At Mondelez International, our mission is to provide consumers with the right snack, for the right moment, made in the right way. We are one of the largest snack companies in the world, with global net revenues exceeding $31 billion USD.
We have operations in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 91,000 diverse and talented employees in our factories, offices, research & development facilities and distribution activities around the world.
In Australia and New Zealand, we have 6 factories, and both global and local brands, employing over 2,000 people; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Toblerone, Philadelphia, belVita, Pascall, The Natural Confectionery Company, Sour Patch Kids and Ritz.
Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
**Job Type**
Regular
Manufacturing core
Manufacturing
At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.
We have a rich portfolio of strong brands - both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum
Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.
Join us and Make It An Opportunity!
Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.
Training Coordinator/ Production Operator

Posted 16 days ago
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**Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?**
**Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.**
**How will you contribute:**
You are a key driver in the development, delivery and maintenance of site training systems. You will ensure:
+ Training Governance and Compliance, including maintenance of accurate of training records and assessments.
+ Lead the end-to-end governance of the site training system, ensuring it complies with company policies, industry regulations, and audit requirements
+ Oversee and drive internal and external training audits; proactively address gaps and implement corrective actions
+ The effectiveness of training initiatives against key KPI's
+ The development of people capability and user-friendly training systems
**What you will bring:**
You will bring experience in coordination of training programs and be comfortable in a manufacturing environment. You will be comfortable in gaining an Indepth knowledge of on-the-job requirements and be willing to take on the operator role at the end of a 24-month period. You will also bring:
+ Cert IV in Training & Assessing - mandatory
+ Experience with digital learning tools and project delivery - mandatory
+ Proven experience (3-5 years) in learning and development, preferably within a manufacturing, industrial, or operational environment
+ Machine operations, TPM-Total Productive Maintenance Tools
+ Safety and quality standards for operating machinery
+ Reading and writing and fluently conversant in the language of communication as appropriate to the site
+ Collaborating well in a diverse work environment and excellent communication skills
The training coordinator is an initial 24-month opportunity for day shift role, which may require the successful candidate to move into a production role per business needs.
The successful candidate must hold a Cert IV in Training & Assessing.
**Business Unit Summary**
At Mondelez International, our mission is to provide consumers with the right snack, for the right moment, made in the right way. We are one of the largest snack companies in the world, with global net revenues exceeding $31 billion USD.
We have operations in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 91,000 diverse and talented employees in our factories, offices, research & development facilities and distribution activities around the world.
In Australia and New Zealand, we have 6 factories, and both global and local brands, employing over 2,000 people; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Toblerone, Philadelphia, belVita, Pascall, The Natural Confectionery Company, Sour Patch Kids and Ritz.
Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
**Job Type**
Regular
Manufacturing core
Manufacturing
At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.
We have a rich portfolio of strong brands - both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum
Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.
Join us and Make It An Opportunity!
Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.
Corn Season Production Operator - Bathurst (Casual)

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**Date:** 2 Oct 2025
**Location:** Llanarth, NSW, AU, 2795
**Company:** Simplot
In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.
Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
**Culture and Benefits**
At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
+ Respect for Resources
+ Spirit of Innovation
+ Passion for People
We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.
Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.
**The Perks**
+ Base rate of $40.24 p/h (incl. of casual loading) + shift allowances + OT where applicable
+ Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + PPE
+ Income Protection Insurance
+ Annual base rate increases to align with the Simplot National Collective Agreement
+ Company provided on-site soft tissue specialist appointments
**About Our Role**
+ Corn season 2025 / 2026 casual production opportunities
+ Commencement early November with corn season running until approx. May 2026
+ On-the-job training provided
+ 15% afternoon shift allowance + 30% night shift allowance
Simplot are seeking highly motivated candidates for casual **Production Operator** opportunities at our Bathurst food processing facility, in support of our 2025 / 2026 corn season. Simplot Bathurst employs approx. 250 people and having been a part of the local community since 1926, continues to produce Edgell products, as well as products for Birds Eye and Chiko. A significant investment / expansision has recently been completed at the site, transforming Simplot Bathurst into a frozen vegetable centre of excellence, enabling increased production capacity, and ultimately helping to boost local and export volumes.
Reporting to the Production Manager and commencing from early November 2025 (with likely end of season May 2026), these casual roles will work a variety of 8 hour shifts on a day / afternoon / night Monday to Saturday roster supporting our upcoming corn season production activities. Commencing base rate of pay $40.24 p/h (incl. of casual loading) + 15% afternoon shift allowance + 30% night shift allowance + weekend OT (where applicable).
Day shift 0700 - 1500hrs
Afternoon shift 1500 - 2300hrs
Night shift 2300 - 0700hrs
**What You Will Do**
Working within our process, packout or logistics areas - Production Operator duties will include (but are not limited to);
+ Inspection & grading of incoming raw material
+ Foreign object removal
+ Safe operations of fixed plant processing & high speed packaging equipment
+ Cleaning and sanitising of production lines
+ Adherence to GMP and food safety practices
+ Accurate completion of daily shift logs / system entries
+ Forklift operations (for those suitably licenced & experienced candidates)
+ Contribute to continual improvement (CI) processes
+ Work within an active manufacturing environment
In addition, for those forklift (LF) licenced candidates - duties incl;
+ Safe operations of counterbalance forklifts - transporting raw & finished good between production areas
+ Use of forklift mounted RF scanners + radio communications
+ Pre-start checks
+ Operate within cold store environment
**About You**
+ Possess a 100% commitment to safety, health and wellbeing in the workplace
+ Ability to work across a range of 8 hour shifts (day / afternoon / night) on a Monday to Saturday roster
+ Ability to undertake repetitive manual handling tasks in an active, manual role
+ Capacity to work to Standard Operating Procedures
+ Experience in vegetable processing or manufacturing environment will be highly regarded
+ Possess a high level of attention to detail with problem solving aptitude
+ Sound written and verbal communication skills, in addition to time management skills
+ Team player mindset
+ A current LF forklift licence and demonstrated operating experience (mandatory for applicants to be considered for a Production Operator role that include fork duties)
+ Available to commence in November 2025
+ Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screening)
**Please click on the "Apply" button to submit your application, ensuring a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up-to-date resume are included (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).**
**APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT, WEDNESDAY 29th OCTOBER 2025 - Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date**
**Job Requisition ID:** 23724
**Travel Required** : None
**Location(s):** GF Bathurst Plant - Llanarth
**Country** : Australia
**_Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at_** ** **
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Production Operator - Fixed-term contract 12 months

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As a Production Operator at Grifols Australia, your mission is to directly execute manufacturing activities to ensure production goals are met and products are delivered to the highest quality standards. You will work with purpose-built equipment, follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and contribute to producing high-quality In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) products such as Reagent Red Cells, Solutions, and Gel Cards.
**What your responsibilities will be**
+ You will follow approved manufacturing and testing instructions to produce IVD products.
+ You will operate equipment to dispense and package finished goods.
+ You will perform large- and small-scale formulation and filtration of solutions and gels.
+ You will accurately record material movement using SAP R3.
+ You will carry out in-process quality control checks and collect QC samples.
+ You will maintain a clean and hygienic production environment in accordance with SOPs.
+ You will follow OH&S policies and GMP principles at all times.
+ You will work closely with Production Supervisors and Engineers on process improvement and validation initiatives.
+ You will support document maintenance and provide valid and reliable data.
+ You will contribute to safety initiatives by reporting hazards and participating in drills.
**Who you are**
To perform this job successfully, you should be able to carry out the responsibilities outlined above in a safe, consistent, and quality-driven manner. While experience is an advantage, **we are open to diverse backgrounds and offer full training** for the right candidates.
**Skills:**
+ Strong attention to detail
+ Ability to follow procedures precisely
+ Good communication and teamwork skills
+ Willingness to learn and adapt
+ Awareness of hygiene and safety practices
**Qualifications:**
+ Any experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device manufacturing is a plus, but not required
+ Familiarity with GMP, ISO 13485, or SAP is an asset
+ Open to recent graduates or individuals seeking a new direction in a regulated manufacturing environment
**Education:**
+ Secondary education (e.g., Year 12 or equivalent)
+ Further studies in science or technical fields are a plus but not essential
**What we offer**
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to contribute to the health sector while developing their career in a supportive, high-quality environment. Grifols recognises that its people are one of its greatest strengths, and we aim to foster a workplace where every employee can grow, learn, and succeed.
**Contract type:** Fixed-term contract - 12 months
**Working hours:** Shift-based roster
**Location:** Clayton, Vic, Australia
**Professional Group:** Manufacturing/Production
**Benefits:** In line with company policy, including safety gear, training, and more
**If you are interested in joining our company and believe this opportunity is for you, don't hesitate to apply!**
We look forward to receiving your application.
We believe in diverse talent and want to remove any barriers that may hinder your participation. If you require any adjustments during the selection process, please let us know when applying - we're here to help.
**Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.**
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