Production Labourer

About the role

Nutrien, the world's largest provider of crop nutrients, inputs and services, is recruiting a Production Labourer for its manufacturing facility in Laverton North, Australia. You will help produce and distribute plant nutrition, crop protection and agricultural products for Australian farmers, working hands-on in a close-knit production team on blending, packaging and product preparation while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Operate automated packaging lines and various plant equipment
• Complete manufacturing documentation accurately and thoroughly
• Support quality control processes for end-use products and packaging
• Monitor safe work practices and promote a safety-first culture
• Wrap, strap and stage stock on pallets for correct loading and dispatch
• Label and cap drums used in production
• Fill products into designated pack sizes using appropriate machinery
• Conduct stock counts and complete associated paperwork
• Assist with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), including cleaning and line clearances
• Perform other reasonable duties to support the production facility
• Operate forklifts and walkie stackers to move and stage stock for production and warehousing

Required profile

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment (agricultural or chemical industry preferred)
• Forklift license (essential)
• Availability to work morning and afternoon rotational shifts
• Unrestricted, ongoing working rights in Australia; pre-employment background checks may be required
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and equipment

Required skills

• Attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Operation of forklifts and walkie stackers

What we offer

• A competitive remuneration package
• Purchased leave scheme benefits
• An additional day of leave (Nutrien Day)
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunities to support community partnerships across the network