Blowmould Operator

Norco are Australia's largest farmer owned dairy cooperative. Due to continued investment in our dairy business we are increasing our blowmould bottle making capacity at our Labrador site on the Gold Coast. As a result we are now seeking to add to our existing team who work in a supportive environment adjacent to our production floor. In this role you will be primarily responsible for operating and maintaining our blowmoulding machines that produce our 2 and 3 litre bottles.  The ideal candidate will have previous machine operator experience or machine aptitude and will be motivated and committed to a career in food manufacturing.

The position involves shift work with the team currently working 42 hours per week on average across 24 hours / 7 days on a 12 hour rotating roster, including weekends, public holidays and night shift. We love our bottles so much we never stop making them.

If you are looking for varied, fast-paced physical work within a great team environment and the opportunity to learn from experienced operators and a company that is committed to the well-being of its people, then we would love to hear from you!

Why should you join the team at Norco?

• Work for a successful and reputable Australian company
• Be a part of a friendly, supportive and hardworking team
• On the job training provided
• Career progression opportunities available for the right candidate
• Enjoy a competitive hourly rate

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety and the ability to work in a safe manner
• Previous experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment (blowmould experience highly desirable)
• Understanding of food manufacturing processes and hygiene requirements
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and advanced problem solving skills 
• The ability to work in a team environment and with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work shift work and rotating rosters
• Demonstrated punctuality and reliability
• Ability to accurately complete paperwork with good attention to detail 
• Sound communication, literacy and numeracy skills and computer skills
• Understanding and commitment to continuous improvement activities
• Display behaviours that are consistent with Norco Co-operative’s values of Authenticity, Agility, Diversity and Connection.
• Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment medical, including a Drug & Alcohol test

If you feel that you are the right candidate for this role, we would love to hear from you! 

About us:

Norco is a 100% Australian, Farmer Owned Dairy Co-Operative that supports our communities and customers through a ground up approach. This starts with producing quality nutritional and agri solutions for our farmers, continues through our quality controlled production facilities and ends up delivering Australia’s best tasting dairy to our customers and communities we are proud to serve.

Since 1895, every product and breakthrough has been powered by generations of employees who are inspired to make a real difference. We offer a friendly work environment and the opportunity to work with household brand names Australian families have come to know and trust.

At Norco, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce to create better outcomes for all.