Juice Production Operator - Fruit Crushing

About the role

Lactalis Australia is looking for a full-time day-shift Juice Production Operator to join its Fresh Juice Production and Processing teams at the Harvey, Western Australia operation. The role covers fruit crushing and the day-to-day activities of the production line, with a 38-hour week, Monday to Thursday. Candidates should be physically fit, proactive, committed to safety and quality, attentive to detail and able to work as part of a team.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out fruit crushing operations to prepare raw materials for juice production, following production requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Monitor and control the crushing process to meet product quality, consistency and efficiency targets
• Assist with ingredient mixing and blending when required
• Perform general cleaning and hygiene in the plant
• Carry out quality and compliance testing
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and liaise with the maintenance team as needed
• Comply with all Food Safety, Hygiene, Quality and OHS policies and procedures
• Operate a forklift

Required profile

• Ability to understand and follow instructions and procedures, and to communicate clearly in writing and verbally
• Experience in food manufacturing, production processing or fruit crushing is highly regarded
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams, with limited supervision, and strong organisation and problem-solving skills
• Sound mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• A forklift licence is desirable but not essential

Required skills

• Strong understanding of GMP and HACCP programs
• Forklift operation

Applicants apply through the online application form with their current resume; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The employer states that training and career progression opportunities are available.