Lockwood (Bendigo Based)

Attractive hourly pay rates

Multiple vacancies available

Our Company:

At Hazeldenes, we have more than 80 years of history underpinning how we proudly go about our business. It is not just about our delicious chickens, innovation, and commitment to quality. It is about our people doing extraordinary things to deliver great products.

At Hazeldenes, we are proud of our people, our reputation, and our place in the community. From humble beginnings in Kangaroo Flat in Bendigo, our facilities have spread across rural Victoria. Our people come from many different cultures and backgrounds and have skills ranging from farming and quality control to engineering and poultry processing.

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Production workers:

As a Production Worker in our Primary Processing Department, you’ll play an important role in the efficient operation of the Live Hang and Spin Chill areas. Your main focus will be on the safe handling of live birds, effective processing and chilling of poultry, and maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare, food safety, and product quality.

This position supports continuous production flow, minimises waste, and helps achieve daily production targets while following all regulatory, company, and safety requirements. Success in this role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) standards, and food safety procedures to ensure consistent product quality and operational excellence.

Your day-to-day activities will involve:

Safely hang live birds on production lines in accordance with animal welfare standards

Perform processing tasks including pin feathering, grading, deboning, packing, and chilling of poultry

Operate, monitor, and maintain processing and chilling equipment efficiently

Inspect birds and products to ensure quality and food safety standards are met

Accurately weigh, label, and package poultry products as per company specifications

Maintain high hygiene and cleanliness standards across work areas and equipment

Handle manual tasks and lifting (up to 20 kg) safely using correct techniques

Report defects, hazards, or equipment faults promptly to supervisors

Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to achieve daily production targets

Support continuous production flow, minimise waste, and assist with cleaning and sanitising tasks at shift end

Disclaimer:
The duties and responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may change from time to time based on operational requirements. Employees may be required to perform additional tasks as directed by management.

All about you:

Sound understanding and adherence of OH&S

Able to follow verbal and written instructions

Able to work with a diverse group of staff

Meet the physical demands of the role - Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift heavy objects

Successful candidate must have:

Adherence to the Code of Conduct

Consistently meeting production targets

Identifying and reporting maintenance needs to Leading Hands/Supervisors

Bendigo based or willingness to relocate to the Bendigo and arrange own commute

Demonstrating good punctuality, reliability, and communication skills

Maintaining physical fitness and health for a physically demanding role, with competence in manual lifting and proper techniques

Possessing valid work rights in Australia

Benefits

Attractive hourly pay rates

Career advancement opportunities

Mental health and well-being programs / EAP

Be part of a team that thrive for success

Company discounted products

How to Apply:

We proudly embrace and promote cultural diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity within the workplace. Indigenous Australians, Torres Strait Islanders, and minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Note: Applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia without restrictions or sponsorship.

HR Hazeldenes