Process Worker - Refrigerated Factory

This role will involve working as an integral part of a small team on our fast-paced production lines packaging an array of fresh salad products for our processor, food service and retail customers for both local and international markets.

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About Dicky Bill

Dicky Bill Australia Farming Pty Ltd is a leading family-owned horticulture business with operations in Queensland and Victoria.  With farms spanning over 1200 acres, we are specialists in growing baby leaf salads, cos lettuce, and herbs for major supermarket chains, independent retailers, local restaurants, and major metropolitan markets (both domestic & International).

With an intense focus on quality, consistency and sustainability, Dicky Bill Australia has long-term proven capabilities in the provision of year-round premium quality baby leaf salad lines.  This is achieved through geographical diversification, on-farm innovative processing techniques, ensuring ultimate freshness and state-of-the-art farming methods.

To learn more about dicky bill visit: Dicky Bill Australia

Company Values

• SAFETY - Ensuring our team members go home in one piece is everyone's responsibility. We prioritize workplace and consumer safety by identifying hazards and minimizing risks
• TEAMWORK - At Dicky Bill, we work as one team, we communicate openly, and we respect each other. Together, we are a team built on trust and equality.
• INTEGRITY - At Dicky Bill Australia, integrity is our guiding principle, encompassing a commitment to honesty, strong moral values, and unwavering dedication to doing the right thing. We embrace responsibility, reliability, and a culture of high standards, leading by example, and supporting one another in our pursuit of ethical excellence. 
• PRIDE - Success is a journey we share. Working together, we celebrate achievements, recognizing every team member's vital role in our collective success. This fosters a culture of accomplishment, respect, and responsibility.

The Role

This role will involve working as an integral part of a small team on our fast-paced production lines packaging an array of fresh salad products for our processor, food service and retail customers for both local and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling product, packing finished product into boxes and labelling
• Palletising product ready for dispatch
• Working on various production lines
• General cleaning and housekeeping duties
• An understanding and able to adhere to Food Safety standards
• Follow established protocols, hygiene standards, and safety procedures always
• Work in a refrigerated environment (average 2.5 degrees)
• A safety-first approach to your work to ensure your own safety and the safety of others.

Reporting to: Team Leader & Production Supervisor

Desired Skills and Experience

• Be physically fit and be able to undertake manual handling duties.
• Must be able to work as part of a small team.
• Sound numeracy and literacy skills
• High attention to detail
• Basic numeracy & literacy skills to understand instructions.
• Be reliable and have a strong work ethic.
• Previous experience in a production environment is highly regarded but not essential.

To be successful in this role you will be expected to:

• Be available to work AM or PM shifts.  AM shift: (1am-3am start time), PM shift: (1pm-3pm start time) and Saturday's as required.
• Stable transport arrangements to and from site. NB: we are located 8kms out of Maffra and there is no public transport to the site.
• Arrange your own accommodation.  We suggest contacting Cambrai Working Hostel (Cambrai have vehicles for hire) or Avon River Inn (own vehicle required).
• Must have your own suitable workboots.
• Be available at short notice.

This job description serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform other job-related tasks requested by management and as necessitated by the development of this role and the development of the business.

If you require any help with the application process or would like to have a confidential discussion prior to submitting your application, please contact [email protected]