Production Technician - MilkCo - Laverton North

From small everyday moments to larger-scale changes unique to a business like ours you’ll really see the difference your work makes every day. Whether you’re in a store, distribution centre, manufacturing site, or on the road, you’re an important part of an Aussie icon at the heart of the nation.

Join our vibrant and skilled team at Coles as a Production Technician within our Milk manufacturing operations MilkCo.  Get ready to make an exciting impact where you will have full accountability for the effective running of the production line by overseeing the operations of world-class automated machinery including milk processing, filling and packaging and logistics operations.  

Your role will be instrumental in upholding best practices while prioritising a safe and healthy work environment.

You will need to be comfortable working the following set roster rotating every two weeks:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday (rotating every two weeks - 6am - 2pm & 2pm - 10pm)

• Experience in an FMCG food manufacturing site operating production machinery
• Experience within food processing and pharmaceutical preferred
• Proven experience in fault finding, repairs and maintenance of equipment
• Demonstrate experience in applying quality control techniques and inspections
• Embrace continuous learning and skill development while supporting your team members

• More cash staying in your pocket: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Investment in your future: Become a part-owner of the Coles Group. Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email ***************@coles.com.au

Part of creating a safe working environment, our Manufacturing Site operates under a Drug & Alcohol Policy on site. Team members are subject to possible random testing and applicants to this role can expect to undergo tests as part of the recruitment process, in addition to a full physical.