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About Us

GWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites. GWF’s product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products and animal feed. GWF’s business units include Tip Top, DON, Yumi's, MAURI and Jasol.

DON’s heritage goes back to the late 1800’s. Since the beginning, we have been passionate about crafting great-tasting meat products that Australians love. We produce ham, bacon, salami, smallgoods, and fresh pork.
  
We take great pride in our skills, techniques and brands, which have evolved over more than a century. We’ve grown from a small family business to become one of Australia’s largest food manufacturers, now part of the GWF group.
  
DON is also a leading Australian employer with offices and facilities in metropolitan and regional locations across the country. We take pride in being a responsible employer and a great place to work. We offer a safe and supportive environment where everyone can achieve their full potential.
  
About the role:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to be assigned to various functions within our business, depending on operational needs and your availability.

Please note that this position does not guarantee ongoing work, which means there may be days when we won’t need you on-site. While we may not always be able to offer you a shift, you will have the flexibility to accept or decline any shifts that are offered.

We currently have casual opportunities to join our team on either day or afternoon shift. 

Day Shift: 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM (approx)
Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM to Midnight (approx)

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Deal with raw & cooked meat products
• Involve in Food processing activities like packing of meat, slicing of meat, Machine operation handling & manual handling (lifting, pushing, pulling, holding, carrying & other general housekeeping work on the production floor
• Perform repetitive tasks such as packing, assembling, cleaning & sorting using hand-tools and operating machines & equipment
• Work in different areas of the factory as required

About You
To be successful in this role you must be able to demonstrate the following abilities and personal attributes:

• A positive attitude and the ability to take direction as required
• Proven reliability and a strong work ethic
• Professional and collaborative work approach
• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team 
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safe work practices at all times

Please note that previous factory experience is not a requirement for these roles, all employment comes with paid on the job training.
 
Why join us:
  
Our Purpose is to Craft food that brings out ‘the good’.
  
When you work at DON, not only will you be part of a community crafting iconic products that people love, you will also enjoy a safe and supportive environment where you can be your authentic self, advance in your career if you choose to, be recognised and rewarded for your contributions, and make a positive difference in the community.
  
We also work hard to ensure the programs and benefits we offer are competitive and reflect the needs and preferences of our people. They include (among others):

• Free shuttle from the Castlemaine Train station to site and back, daily.
• Community partnerships and initiatives, inc. 2 volunteer days per year
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Discounted products
• Training and development programs
• Various recognition programs and rewards, including an end of year celebration
• Health and wellness initiatives

Applications:

To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume by clicking on the ‘Apply' button.

Please note that progression is subject to availability. Preferred candidates may be shortlisted and placed on wait lists. You will be contacted if this is the case.

At DON and George Weston Foods, we are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace inclusion and diversity and celebrate what makes us unique. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. So we can get to know you in the best possible way, we're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs. Please let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via email to dontalent@gwf.com.au

Applicants for this position will be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests including a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol test. Proof of eligibility to work is required for all successful applicants.

GWF has a duty of care and a legal responsibility to promote, monitor and maintain a safe working environment for the protection of all of our people in our workplaces. As per our GWF Workplace COVID-19 Safety and Vaccination Policy we strongly encourage all new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless exempt, and note that some roles are subject to customer mandates in relation to COVID-19 vaccination.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone due to volume of applicants.

If you require more information or have questions, please email dontalent@gwf.com.au

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