Production - Mill Production Operator

Posted Tuesday 7 January 2025 at 2:00 pm

Ridley has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 30 years. Our purpose is to lead animal nutrition by solving the production challenges of today and tomorrow.

We believe:

• Meaningful change happens through meaningful partnerships
• Feed needs to be viewed as part of an end-to-end Ecosystem
• Animal Nutrition is the key to more sustainable and profitable farming

What's on offer?

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Operator to join our team in Tamworth.

In return for your skills and commitment, Ridley AgriProducts offers a supportive team environment, great culture and excellent benefits. The successful applicant will initially commence employment as part of our team as a Press Operator in our feed manufacturing operation. The successful candidate will be provided full training support required to gain competency in all aspects of the role and the onsite requirements.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Operation of the pressing system and equipment.
• General Process - meeting daily production and quality targets
• Maintaining a daily focus on health and safety
• Following all work instructions, policies and procedures
• Unloading and loading trucks
• Forklift driving, manual and repetitive work
• General cleaning of the workplace
• Testing grains and pulses
• Operation of the grain intake system
• Accurate dip measurements and assistance with inventory control- including stock takes

The key skills required for this role include:

• Be able to work shift work and overtime
• Have good communication skills
• Willingness to perform manual and repetitive tasks
• Be able to work in a team environment to meet all targets
• Be reliable and motivated
• Basic computer skills
• Current Driver's Licence

Who we are?

Ridley has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 30 years. Our purpose is to lead animal nutrition by solving the production challenges of today and tomorrow.

We believe:

• Meaningful change happens through meaningful partnerships
• Feed needs to be viewed as part of an end-to-end ecosystem
• Animal nutrition is the key to more sustainable and profitable farming

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now' and provide both your resume and cover letter.

Open to applicants with Australianunrestricted work rights only.Shortlisted candidateswill be required to undertake a comprehensive pre-employment medical (Including drug and alcohol testing). Interviews and a Site Tour will be held at Tamworth.

There are big advantages that come with Ridley being Australia's largest and leading animal nutrition company. These include opportunities to move and grow within the business and also extends to having the right tools and resources to get the job done.

We are focused on working with, and attracting the best talent, not just in Australia, but in the world. Ridley prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer.