Packing/Machine Operator - Dairy Food Plant

• Permanent Full-Time Opportunity   

• Based in Balcatta 

• Five Weeks Annual Leave  

• Overtime and Applicable Allowances available

About the Business:

Brownes Dairy has been delighting consumers for over 140 years and is ready to embark on a new growth phase. You’ll step into an important role as a Packing/Machine Operator within our Dairy Food Plant, with the opportunity to contribute to the future of Brownes Dairy with brands such as Hunt and Brew, Füll+, ProGo, Brownes Chill and Yogo.

The Position: 

Our Packing/Machine Operators play a key role in creating our products by operating and monitoring processing and filling equipment accurately and safely, ensuring that our delicious dairy continues to meet the needs and tastebuds of the wonderful communities that we work and live in.  

Due to the nature of this role, there may be a requirement that successful candidates are available to work a rotating roster that may include day, afternoon and night shifts. 

What we are looking for: 

• Technical Skills: Previous experience working with processing equipment, automation systems, and quality control principles.

• Teamwork & Communication: Strong collaboration skills to work with production, maintenance, and quality teams.

• Availability to work both day and night shifts 

• Previous experience troubleshooting machinery and a strong mechanical aptitude

• Current forklift license would be advantageous but is not essential 

What do we offer:

• Employee Rewards program

• Various health and wellbeing discounts i.e., private health insurance etc.

• Employee Assistance Program

• On-site subsidised coffee barista 

• End of Trip facilities 

• Free on-site Parking 

• Five Weeks of Annual Leave 

Apply: To apply for this role, please submit a CV and covering letter that best shows your relevant skills and experience. All candidates will receive a response. 

Applications close 22nd November 2026

At Brownes Dairy, we recognise that our differences are our strength. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.