New opportunities for Day Shift Production Operators with Forklift Licence - Immediate Start Available

Our Story

The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. We seek to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by promoting a more sustainable approach to dairy.

Opportunities for Production Operators for our newly structured shift times at our Smeaton Grange Site - Immediate Start!

Day shift: 5.00 am to 1.06 pm

At The a2 Milk Company, we’re not just about making dairy differently we’re about creating a workplace where people feel safe, supported, and part of something bigger. Guided by our BOLD values and team culture we believe success comes from collaboration, respect, and bringing out the best in each other.

The Role - what you will be doing.

We are seeking a dedicated Production Operator with a Forklift Licence to join our Smeaton Grange team in permanent full-time roles offering varied work across production and warehouse operations. Smeaton Grange is our liquid milk bottling plant where we bottle over 850,000 litres of our delicious a2 Milk per week. This role will give you the opportunity to learn, develop and grow a rewarding career in an inclusive and supportive environment.

In this role, you’ll:

• Work side by side with an experienced, collaborative, and close-knit team.
• Operate and monitor equipment to keep our lines safe and efficient to ensure smooth production.
• Rotate across different tasks – filling, packing, processing, forklift operation and more – keeping each day varied.
• Help uphold our safety-first culture and take pride in producing high-quality products.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Team culture at its best We’re a collaborative group that celebrates wins together and supports each other through challenges.
• Long-term security These are permanent roles with clear career growth opportunities in a strong global company with a local presence.
• New Static Shifts: No night shifts! When applying for this role please note that this opportunity is for the morning shift (allowances/penalties are attached to hours outside of the ordinary hours)
• Inclusive environment Diversity is embraced, and every voice is valued.
• Learning every day Ongoing training and development to help you grow your skills.
• Making an impact Be part of a company that is pioneering positive change in the dairy industry across wellbeing, sustainability and farm welfare.

What We’re Looking For

• Team players who thrive in a collaborative environment with great communication skills.
• FMCG or food manufacturing experience is essential - dairy experience highly regarded
• Current Forklift Licence
• Experience operating filling machines and related equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Safety-conscious, reliable, and willing to learn.

Apply Now

If you want to be part of a team where people truly look out for one another while building a long-term career - we would love to hear from you.

Why Join The a2 Milk Company

The a2 Milk Company Australia is a certified Family Inclusive Workplace, dedicated to enhancing our team members' work-life wellbeing through leading policies and practices on flexible work, parental leave, family care, and family wellbeing. This role can be worked flexibly, allowing us to support our team members in balancing their personal and professional lives. Our family-friendly culture aims to foster workforce participation, career development, and mental health and wellbeing

Find out more about our great benefits on our Careers Page