In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company’s core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to Australia and New Zealand’s major retail and foodservice customers and are part of Simplot’s Global Food business. With 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, Simplot Global Food serves retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, and employs 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific.
In Australia, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating food that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations, and include Leggo’s, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
Culture and BenefitsAt Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.
Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.
Ordinary hourly rates of $38.35 (incl. of 25% casual loading) + overtime (where applicable) Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + PPE On-site car parking Income Protection Insurance On-site subsidised canteen About Our Role
Located in Ulverstone, NW Tasmania Casual opportunities - commence early March with the season finishing end of May / early June (weather dependent) Attractive base hourly rates of $38.35 p/h (incl. 25% casual loading)
Simplot Global Food are seeking applicants to join us for our Raw Procurement team for our 2025 potato intake season to be based at our Ulverstone manufacturing facility.
Working as part of the busy Raw Intake team, these casual opportunities will commence in early March 2025 and are expected to run until approx. end of May / early June (completion dates of intake will be weather dependent). These hands on, active roles will be based outdoors in our storage areas and will work in varying weathert conditions, requiring a good level of physical fitness
Duties may include (but are not limited to the following):
Contribute to site health & safety initiatives Marshalling / guiding of loaded truck and trailer / semi-trailer combinations into storage & intake areas Weighbridge operations / recording of data (electronic & paper based) Forklift operations (for licenced and experienced candidates) Monitoring of intake conveyors to ensure quality of intake material & to rectify any obstructions Use of site based radio communications Apply operational standards and procedures About You
Possess a 100% commitment to health, safety and wellbeing in the workplace Have an eye for detail, relative to inspection of incoming raw material Experience in working on a potato harvester or other crop harvesting equipment would be advantageous Confident in the use of site based radio communications Be physically fit with the ability to work on your feet for up to 10 hours per day in a varying environment (12 hour shifts with breaks) which may include inclement weather Possess a strong work ethic with a focus on being a team player and can-do attitude Ability to commence early-March and work over a Mon-Sat roster for the duration of the harvest season (approx. 10 - 12 weeks weather dependent). Flexibility to work overtime at short notice if required will be highly regarded Possess a current LF Forklift licence (advantageous) with the ability and willingness to work both on and off a forklift Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screening)
Please click on the "Apply" button to submit your application, ensuring a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up-to-date resume are included (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).
APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT, SUNDAY 9th FEB 2025 - Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.
Job Requisition ID: 21277
Travel Required: None
Location(s): GF Warehouse - Ulverstone
Country: Australia
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com