Production Operator

Job Description

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Berkeley Vale, New South Wales 2261, Australia A$27.65 - A$35.94

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Full-time Permanent Associate

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Posted 21 Aug 2026

Description \n

TrendPac is one of Australia’s leading contract manufacturers of household, personalcareand cleaning products. As we grow,we’rerunning a recruitment drive forskilled, experienced Production Operators across our Plastics and Filling operations. These are hands-on, full-time roles for people who take pride in running a line well - safely, to standard, and with the mechanicalknow-howto keep it moving.

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We’re specifically looking forOperator Level 3 talent: production professionals with strong mechanical aptitude, a quality-first mindset, and the right attitude to own their work area and help the team perform.

About the Roles \n

You’llsafely run yourallocatedwork area to standard – operating machinery,maintainingproduct quality,completingchecks accurately andrespondingearly to abnormalities. As a Level 3 Operatoryou’llgo beyond standard running: making approved baseline adjustments, performing repeatable minor fixes, and carrying out first-line recovery to get the line back to standard.

WhatYou’ll Be Doing \n

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• Safelyoperatemachinery and run yourallocatedPlastics or Filling work zone to standard across a full shift.
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• Carry out quality-at-source checks, GMP/housekeepingand process discipline – spotting quality issues before they become problems.
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• Complete standard operating checks and ***escalate abnormalities early and clearly.****
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• Perform approved baseline adjustments, repeatable minor fixes, first-line recovery and resets to standard settings (Level 3 tasks).
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• Support changeovers and work alongside Line Setters, learning andsigning offadjustments to build capability.
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• Record downtime,wasteand production data accurately and contribute to A4 / 5-Why problem solving and continuous improvement.
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• Look out for your mates – report hazards and incidents promptly and helpmaintaina strong safety culture.
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WhatYou’llBring \n

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• Solid production / manufacturing experience – ideally FMCG, and in a Plastics (injection / blowmoulding, bottles) or Filling / Liquids environment.
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• Strong mechanical aptitude – confident making minor adjustments and first-line fixes to keep the line running.
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• The right attitude – reliable, safety-focused, quality-driven and a genuine team player who takes ownership.
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• Sound numeracy andliteracy, andcomfort with basic computer/data entry (downtime,wasteand production records).
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• Working knowledge of GMP, quality "right first time" principles and safe work practices; exposure to LEAN / continuous improvement is a plus.
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• Willingness and availability to commit to a rotating or fixed shift – Day, Afternoon or Night.
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The Shifts \n

Roles are available across all shifts (approx.38 hoursper week). Tell us your preference when you apply:

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• Day Shift - 7:36am to 3:22pm
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• Afternoon (Arvo) Shift 1 - 3:22pm to 11:08pm
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• Afternoon (Arvo) Shift 2 - 4:04pm to 11:50pm
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• Night Shift - 11:50pm to 7:36am
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Let us know ifyou’reflexible - it helps us match you to the right line and team.

Our Values - RAISE \n

Everything we do is guided by our RAISE values. We hire people who live them:

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• Respect – treat everyone with dignity and value each person’s contribution.
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• Achieve Together – collaborate, supporteach otherand celebrate the wins.
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• Integrity – do the right thing, honestly and safely, every time.
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• Stewardship – use our resources responsibly andminimisewaste.
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• Excellence – strive for continuous improvement and take pride in quality.
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What's In ItForYou - Benefits \n

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• On-site Early Intervention Physio - our dedicated physiotherapist is rostered across all three shifts to keep you healthy, catch soreness early and support you at work. Your wellbeing genuinely comes first.
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• TrendPac Dollars (TP$) - our savings-reward program pays you TrendPac Dollars for proven, sustained improvements and cost savings you help deliver (1 TP$ per $100 of verified net savings).
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• Skills-based pay progression - as you build capability and step up
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• Structured training, cross-skillingand real investment in your development - including nationallyrecognisedtraining pathways.
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• Permanent full-time roles with a stable, growing Central Coast manufacturer and a strong safety-first culture.
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• Be part of a purpose-led team - "Guardians of Cleanliness, Health and Sustainability".
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