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Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Onsite
If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!
Training and Career Progression are available
Join a proudly Australian‑owned brand.
Hourly rate + shift loading
The Role
Our Lagoon Street site is situated in the Bega Valley Shire and is the original site of Bega Cheese. Located on the beautiful Sapphire coast, far south coast of NSW, Lagoon Street is still producing Australia's favourite cheese products – cheddar cheese, string cheese as well as butter.
The Casual Bulk Production Operator supports day to day manufacturing activities across bulk cheese, maturation, milk receivals, whey powder, and butter departments. This role involves operating and monitoring processing equipment, performing cleaning and sanitation tasks, and maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and workplace safety.
The position requires flexibility to work across multiple production areas and variable shift times, the ability to follow standard operating procedures, and a strong team-focused attitude in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Respect and observe the Bega Cheese values and Policies and Procedures. Follow Bega Cheese Standard operating procedures.
Monitor and operate production lines, troubleshoot and report any issues. Monitor the process and reject non-conforming product.
Correct sampling and testing of products and accurately completing log sheets.
Ensure worksite is maintained in accordance with housekeeping procedures.
Provide training to other employees where required.
About you
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Basic computer skill (Excel, Words, PPT, etc)
Team collaboration and ability to work independently.
Basic numeracy and literacy skills
Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure.
Bega Group Story
Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.
Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!
Life at Bega Group
Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.
Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance
Applications
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.
Must hold a current Australian driver’s license.
At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.
