At Somage, we've been dedicated to curating premium, organic tea, chai, and drinking chocolate for cafes and restaurants since 2007.
Our team is unified by our common love for the hospitality industry. Our unique products and approach aren't limited to Australia; we are expanding in Hong Kong and Singapore, with an office and warehouses established in the USA since 2017.
Our uniqueness lies in our commitment to premium organic ingredients and recipe creation. From formulating and milling to blending and packing, we handle every step in our purpose-built factory located in Melbourne. As a B Corp business, sustainability and caring for our people are at the core of what we do.
About the Role: Somage has an exciting opportunity for a caring and motivated Beverages Blender & Packer to join our team based in Cheltenham, Victoria. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be a crucial member of our production team.
This is a hands-on role and prime responsibilities include operating a variety of automated and semi-automated equipment, manual packing and batching and achieving daily production targets. The role involves blending materials, preparing products, and packing finished items while performing manual tasks in an active production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Measuring and blending ingredients according to instructions
- Operating mixing and blending equipment
- Packing finished products into containers or boxes
- Labelling products
- Setting up, operating, and monitoring machines during production
- Organising materials for processing and packaging
- Cleaning production equipment and work areas according to procedures
- Identifying and reporting equipment faults and assisting with preventative maintenance
- Working on various production lines as required
- Following HACCP and GMP food safety practices
Requirements
- Ability to perform manual work and heavy lifting
- Reliable and punctual
- Good attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and work well within a team
- High personal hygiene and quality standards
- Good communication skills
Preferred Experience
- Experience in a food production or manufacturing environment
- Mechanical aptitude
- Experience with equipment such as bagging machines, mixers, case packers, multi-head weighing equipment, or ribbon blenders
What We Offer
- Training provided
- Supportive team environment
- Consistent work for reliable staff
- Opportunity for career growth
- Employee discounts & free drinks
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and include your availability.
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free drinks
Work Location: In person
