Mill Production Operator

Ridley has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 30 years. Our purpose is to lead animal nutrition by solving the production challenges of today and tomorrow.

We believe:

• Meaningful change happens through meaningful partnerships 
• Feed needs to be viewed as part of an end-to-end Ecosystem 
• Animal Nutrition is the key to more sustainable and profitable farming 

What's on offer?

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Mill Production Operator to join our team in Lara. In return for your skills and commitment, Ridley AgriProducts offers a supportive team environment, great culture and excellent benefits. Full training will be provided to the successful applicant.

Key Responsibilities:

Comply with relevant OHS/WHS legislation including:

• Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of persons who may be affected by their actions (or omissions).
• Co-operate with any reasonable instruction, policy and procedure.
• Not intentionally (or recklessly) interfere with, or misuse anything provided at the workplace in the interests of health, safety or welfare; and
• Identify and report all hazards, near misses, injuries, illnesses and incidents.

Behaves in a manner that demonstrates care for others and Ridley product and property.

Quality

• Attends and participates in all relevant training and personal development.
• Actively participates in planned site meetings.
• Compliance with relevant HACCP requirements, ensuring activities comply with the program and assisting to manage the maintenance of HACCP accreditation.
• Understanding and awareness of Feedsafe, ensuring activities comply with the program and assisting to manage the maintenance of Feedsafe accreditation.
• Participate in site Continuous improvement program.

Production

• Ensure all aspects of the manufacturing process are planned and executed within the acceptable tolerances and to site targets.
• Empty storage silo of finished product into designated tote bins.
• Prepare and fill bulk bags of finished feeds as required.
• Accurate inventory reconciliation and reporting to site management.
• Ensure at all times that the plant and equipment meets specified standards is in safe working condition.
• Staff and workplace issues reported to Site Manager when they occur focusing on continual improvement.
• Any other responsibilities and/or Authorities as specifically designated by Site Manager or Delegate.
• Identify and report non-conformances as per Ridley process.
• Unload incoming raw materials and products. Load outgoing finished products
• Check off and verify incoming products and materials
• Prepare outgoing branch transfers to other sites ensuring weights/use by dates/condition meet expectations.

Skills and Experience

• Sound knowledge of OH&S and Environmental Policies and Legislation.
• Be able to work shift work and overtime
• Have good communication skills
• Physically fit to undertake manual and repetitive tasks
• Be able to work in a team environment to meet all targets
• Be reliable and motivated
• Sound computing skills. Able to work in Office and AX programs.
• Current Driver's Licence
• Current Forklift Licence

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and benefits
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Supportive and inclusive work culture
• Different work schedule options