Production Operator (Casual – 10 Months) Somersby, NSW (Central Coast – between Sydney & Newcastle)

We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated Production Operator to join a small, close-knit team based in Somersby on the NSW Central Coast. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for flexible, hands-on work in a supportive production environment.

About the Role As a Production Operator, you will be working across a range of warehouse and production activities in a medium-sized site (3 sheds), supporting day-to-day operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Labelling bottles and products
• Packing boxes and preparing orders
• General warehouse and production duties
• Setting up pumps and staging materials for daily production
• Assisting laboratory technicians with basic tasks
• Supporting the production process of agricultural products (non-hazardous materials)
• Preparing and packing finished goods for distribution

You will be part of a small production team of approximately 5 people and report directly to the Production Manager.

Work Schedule

• Monday to Thursday only (Fridays off)
• Shift options:
  • 6:00am start, or
  • 4:00pm start
• Includes morning tea break and 30-minute lunch

What We Offer

• Casual role for approximately 10 months
• Competitive hourly rate
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to gain experience across production and lab support functions
• Ideal for university students seeking flexibility

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous operations, production or warehouse experience
• A strong work ethic and ability to work in a small team
• Willingness to perform manual handling tasks (up to 20kg lifting)
• Good attention to detail and reliability

Desirable (but not essential):

• Forklift licence

PPE Requirements

• Full PPE will be provided by BASF after onboarding
• Initially, candidates must supply their own:
  • Steel cap boots
  • High-visibility clothing
  • Long sleeve shirts/arm protection

Additional Information

• Work involves non-hazardous materials
• Products are used in agriculture, including biological solutions for farming
• Exposure to both warehouse and light lab environments

If you are looking for a flexible, hands-on role in a friendly and supportive production team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to get started.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.