Machine Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 25, 2026.
We've been proudly bringing joy to tables and smiles to faces with the delicious food we've been crafting for over 100 years.
A large part of our strong growth and success is because we're always looking for new ways to do things and thinking about how we can create a better, more sustainable future world together.
Our success as an industry leader in providing deliciously good food means we can continue to invest in our future as we work towards becoming Australia and New Zealand's first choice for poultry.
Your opportunity to join our team:
Based at Wingfield and reporting to the Site Manager, the role of Machine Operator is an integral part of our daily site operations. As the new Machine Operator, you will be someone who is self-motivated and requires minimal supervision, with the capability and capacity to undertake rendering activities.
Apart of this role will be required to work closely with the Operational team and broader functions of the business. Previous experience is preferred but not essential as we will provide on-the-job training.
This role will require you to be flexible as we are offering 3 rotating shifts, 7 am-3 pm, 3 pm -11 pm, and 11 pm -7am.
What you’ll do:
- Operate Rendering Equipment (hammermill, boiler, cookers, press, etc)
- Ensure the recording of accurate information in the day-to-day performance of the rendering facility
- Responsible for reporting accurate stock inventories of ingredients and related consumable items
- Make sound judgments regarding product quality, consult with technical resources as needed
- Participate in problem-solving teams as required
- Understand, and follow work instructions
- Conduct a pre-start audit to ensure all necessary and required steps have been followed and equipment is ready for start-up according to set-up parameters
- Ensure accurate information is communicated in shift handovers and other communication logs
- Assist with continuous improvement projects, as assigned or available
What you’ll bring:
- Current Australian Driver’s License
- Forklift License
- Boiler license and/or mechanical experience (highly desirable)
- Previous work experience which demonstrates mechanical/technical aptitude
- Role model uncompromising commitment to health, safety, and quality in the workplace
- Ability to work well under pressure
- High attention to detail
What we’ll offer you:
- On-the-job training and support to set you up for success
- Access to Fitness Passport that gives you affordable access to gyms, pools and fitness facilities nationwide
- Employee benefits including product discounts and travel discounts
- Genuine opportunities to develop your career, supported by our performance and succession programs.
- The health, safety, and wellbeing of our people is our highest priority
- ASX-listed company with operations across Australia and New Zealand
We’re looking for people who are curious, caring, courageous and committed to join us; people who want to contribute their best work every single day and continue delivering deliciously good food that’s… Always Good!