Packing Operator (Contract) Leeton

Packing Operator (Contract) Leeton


Company
SunRice Group
Location
Greater Sydney Area
Job Type
Contract
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
CopRice is the animal foods division of SunRice and is a leading supplier of nutrition products to the companion animal and livestock sectors. CopRice has been supplying quality feeds for animals for over 30 years through plants in Leeton, Tongala, Leongatha, Gunnedah, Wangaratta, Cobden and Hamilton (NZ).Over 2,100 employees, 30 brands, an unrelenting focus on innovation, and a commitment to our people, our communities and environment, weโ€™re SunRice - an iconic Australian company and a great place to work. SunRice Group provides a real opportunity for passionate people to make a difference.CopRice is looking for a packing operator for a three month fixed term contractWhat Youโ€™ll Do Operate packing equipment and seal bags manually Handle bags up to 20kg Check batch numbers and ensure proper sealing Keep your workspace clean and safe Perform repetitive tasks with precision What Youโ€™ll Bring Great attention to detail Team spirit and reliability Physical fitness for manual handling Safety-first mindset ๐Ÿ•’ Hours: 24/7 Continuous RosterWhy Join SunRice? Be part of a global company with proud Australian roots Supportive team culture and on-the-job training Purpose-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth Ready to make a difference?Apply now and help us nourish lives everywhere.All correspondence will be dealt with in strict confidence.SunRice is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. SunRice will consider qualified applicants for employment based on their merit, individual skills, qualifications and other appropriate criteria relevant to the role for which they are applying.

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