Production Operator

Production Operator – 1X Full Time - Permanent

POSITION SNAPSHOT

 Level 2 | Location: Smithtown 

POSITION SUMMARY

To support the Production team, we are seeking experienced Production Operators who are enthusiastic, hardworking and enjoy a fast paced and dynamic work environment. Opportunities are available in the below department:

Fill & Pack

A DAY IN THE LIFE...

Reporting to the Line Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• A focus on continuous improvement and structured problem solving

• Assist in achieving line standards associated with production runs and the standard conditions & routines associated with Safety & the 4M's (Man, Machine, Method, Material).

• Achieve a "zero injury, defect, waste" mind-set & promote behaviours that have a positive impact on Safety Health Environment & Quality.

• Participate in Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Total Performance Management (TPM) principles to build capability and improve your areas overall performance.

• Ensuring all work carried out adheres to quality, compliance, safety, reliability and cost requirements

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL?

• Reliability and a high degree of flexibility including the ability to work shift work.

• Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning with a strong focus on safety, quality and wellbeing

• Good numeracy, literacy, and communication skills

• Good PC skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook etc.

• Ability to work with SAP and an understanding of SAP transactions

• Developed technical aptitude and physical capability for manual handling

• Commitment to GMP

• Possess a forklift licence

• Strong preference will be given to candidates that demonstrate a high attention to standards, and strong engagement in NCE / TPM principles.

HOW TO APPLY

• Apply online: me@Nestlé | My Career & Development | Career Opportunities

• Applications close: 09th september 2026

• Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and have Permanent Residency.

• Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to health checks, prior to appointment to this role

• Please note that this role may close earlier than the advertised deadline at our discretion, so we encourage early applications. 

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We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company. We are 308,000 employees strong driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 91.4 billion sales in 2018, we have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com