At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us in producing Australia's favourite cheese products and support daily manufacturing activities.
- Company: Proudly Australian-owned Bega Group, known for iconic food brands.
- Benefits: Flexible working, career progression, and access to health programs.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values creativity and community impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing and basic computer skills required.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!
Training and Career Progression are available. Join a proudly Australian‑owned brand. Hourly rate + shift loading.
The Role
Our Lagoon Street site is situated in the Bega Valley Shire and is the original site of Bega Cheese. Located on the beautiful Sapphire coast, far south coast of NSW, Lagoon Street is still producing Australia's favourite cheese products – cheddar cheese, string cheese as well as butter. The Casual Bulk Production Operator supports day to day manufacturing activities across bulk cheese, maturation, milk receivals, whey powder, and butter departments. This role involves operating and monitoring processing equipment, performing cleaning and sanitation tasks, and maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and workplace safety. The position requires flexibility to work across multiple production areas and variable shift times, the ability to follow standard operating procedures, and a strong team-focused attitude in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Respect and observe the Bega Cheese values and Policies and Procedures.
- Follow Bega Cheese Standard operating procedures.
- Monitor and operate production lines, troubleshoot and report any issues.
- Monitor the process and reject non-conforming product.
- Correct sampling and testing of products and accurately completing log sheets.
- Ensure worksite is maintained in accordance with housekeeping procedures.
- Provide training to other employees where required.
About you
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, PPT, etc).
- Team collaboration and ability to work independently.
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
- Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure.
Applications
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical. Must hold a current Australian driver’s license. At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group. We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.
Casual Production Operators employer: Bega-Cheese
Bega Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and community engagement. Located in Wetherill Park, our state-of-the-art facility not only produces iconic Australian dairy products but also fosters a collaborative environment where team members can thrive through flexible working arrangements, career development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Join us in building the Great Australian Food Company while enjoying excellent benefits and contributing to the communities we serve.
