Production Operator (Casual) - Devonport

Company description:

In Australia, the Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

Job description:

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

• Ordinary base rate of $41.89 per hour (inclusive of 25% casual loading) + shift loadings and overtime (Saturday and Sunday hours paid at double time)
• On-the-job training provided
• Fully supplied and laundered uniform, boots and PPE
• Supportive team environment
• On-site soft tissue specialist appointments
• Income Protection Insurance
• On-site canteen
• On-site parking

About Our Role

• Production-based opportunities within a market-leading food manufacturing environment
• Shift-based roles working across a 7-day roster, including day, afternoon and night shifts
• Devonport based, commencing late October 2026

Simplot Devonport is seeking motivated applicants for opportunities within our Production department ahead of the 2026/2027 season. Simplot Devonport has a proud history in the local community, with the site opening in 1942 and employing thousands of Tasmanians. With the ability to process up to 28 tonnes per hour of fresh, locally grown Tasmanian vegetables destined for the frozen vegetable market, these opportunities will contribute to the intake, processing, packing, transport and storage of a range of crops including peas, beans, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, onions and Brussels sprouts.

Working 8-hour shifts across a 7-day roster (including day, afternoon and night shifts), with a focus on safety and quality within a modern, progressive facility, our first intake for the season will commence in late October 2026.

With base hourly rates of $41.89 per hour (inclusive of 25% casual loading), plus shift loadings and overtime, these are excellent opportunities to commence your manufacturing career with a global leader in food production.

What You Will Do

Working within our process, packing or logistics areas, Production Operator duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Inspection of incoming raw materials
• Safe operation of fixed plant processing and high-speed packaging equipment
• Cleaning and sanitising production lines
• Accurately completing daily shift logs and system entries
• Forklift operation (for suitably licensed and experienced candidates)
• Adherence to GMP and food safety practices
• Contributing to continuous improvement (CI) processes
• Working within an active manufacturing environment
  

For candidates with demonstrated forklift experience, additional duties may include:

• Safely transporting finished goods between production areas across the site
• Use of fork-mounted RF systems and radio communications
• Operating within our cold store and freezer
• Performing pre-start checks on forklift equipment
• Refuelling gas-powered forklifts and changing and charging batteries for electric forklifts

About You

• Possess a 100% commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to work a variety of 8-hour day, afternoon and night shifts across a 7-day roster (mandatory, including weekends)
• A current LF Forklift Licence and demonstrated operating experience (mandatory for applicants seeking roles with forklift duties)
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures
• Experience within a manufacturing, processing or mechanically related environment will be advantageous
• High attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with effective time management and the ability to work to production schedules
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Positive communication skills
• Ability to undertake in-house aptitude testing as part of the recruitment process
• Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment, including urine-based drug and alcohol screening

Please click the "Apply" button to submit your application. Ensure you include both a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and an up-to-date resume. Please note that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers Portal.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT, FRIDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2026 - Simplot reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the advertisement closing date.

Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance with application, please contact ••••@simplot.com