Casual Mill Production Operator

At Ridley, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.  Ridley has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 30 years and are dedicated to producing high quality products and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

What's on offer?

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Mill Production Operator to join our team in Terang.

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.

The key responsibilities for this position include:

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.
• Accurate inventory reconciliation and reporting to site management.
• Participate in stocktakes as required.
• Ensure at all times that the plant and equipment meet specified standards is in safe working condition.
• All QA finish feed testing requirements including checking pellet size are completed against the national Ridley guidelines standard.
• S4 allocation and premix addition are accurate and reconciled.
• 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

The key requirements of this role include:

• 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

How to apply

If you are a motivated and reliable individual looking to contribute to a dynamic production team, we encourage you to apply.

Ridley is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply.