Introduction: Blue River Dairy is a world-class manufacturer of nutritional infant formulas using milks from three different species: sheep, goat, and cow. We are world leaders in sourcing and producing sheep milk and goat milk formulations. Description: Currently, we do not have any vacancies for a Plant Operator position, but you are encouraged to apply as an expression of interest. This allows us to keep your CV on file for future opportunities. The role: Our business involves dry blending powders and nutrients into infant formula and packaging it into cans. Although it sounds simple, it is a complex process that requires: - Working closely with other team members, fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment. Our team is diverse, with representation from 15 different nationalities. - Effective communication skills, including expressing yourself confidently and listening carefully, especially when receiving instructions from supervisors. - Strong reading and comprehension skills in English to understand SOPs and Quality Procedures, and the ability to follow them precisely. - Maintaining high personal hygiene standards and wearing PPE such as a lab coat, safety boots, hairnet, gloves, and hearing protection. - Participating in routine cleaning and sanitizing of the plant, which requires discipline, attention to detail, and care to ensure the safety and quality of our products. Additionally, we expect all team members to: - Be reliable and punctual for shifts; - Work diligently and conscientiously; - Take pride in your work and always strive to do your best. Our current shifts run Monday to Friday, from 4:00 am to 11:00 pm, with a rotating schedule between two shifts: - Morning shift: starting between 4:00 am - 5:00 am and ending between 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm. - Afternoon shift: starting between 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm and ending between 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Shifts are 9.25 hours long, and availability for both shifts is required. Other important information includes: - Completion of a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol testing, with random testing during employment. - Ability to lift 25kg bags of dry powder, requiring good physical fitness. - The plant is temperature and humidity controlled, bright, and clean. - We expect new team members to commit to at least two years of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr