In Australia, the Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.
Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.
Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.
Here at Simplot Global Food, we're seeking applicants for permanent full-time Production Operator opportunities at our newly redeveloped food manufacturing facility, Simplot Bathurst, the home of the Chiko Roll.
Simplot Bathurst employs over 250 people and, having been part of the local community since 1926, continues to produce Edgell products, as well as products for Birds Eye and Chiko. An investment of $90 million has recently been completed at the site, transforming Simplot Bathurst into a frozen vegetable centre of excellence, enabling increased production capacity and helping to boost both local and export volumes.
Reporting to the Production Area Manager, the Production Operator will work 8.5-hour afternoon shifts (1515 - 2345hrs) on a Monday to Friday roster supporting our canned and frozen vegetable lines and snack lines. Commencing base rate of pay is $33.56 p/h, plus a 15% afternoon shift loading and weekend overtime where applicable (weekend overtime paid at double time for all hours worked).
Working within an industrial manufacturing environment, Production Operator duties will include, but are not limited to:
For candidates with demonstrated forklift experience and a current High Risk LF Licence, additional duties may include:
Possessing demonstrated operational experience within a food manufacturing environment, the successful Production Operator will possess the following attributes:
Please click on the Apply button to submit your application, including a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability, along with an up-to-date resume (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).
APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT ON TUESDAY 29th SEPTEMBER 2026 - Simplot reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.
Job Requisition ID: 27194
Travel Required: None
Location(s): GF Bathurst Plant - Llanarth
Country: Australia
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com
Founded in 1929, the Simplot Company is a dynamic global food and agriculture leader with operations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australia, Argentina, India and China. Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, the privately held and family-owned Company employs more than 15,000 employees worldwide. The Company's integrated portfolio includes food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture. The Simplot Brand and our values still align with the qualities you find in farmers: independence, fairness, resilience and resourcefulness. We imagine a better future, build innovative solutions to help feed a growing global population and share an unwavering commitment to the communities where we operate. Simplot’s success is strengthened by our history, driven by our employees, and ensured by our commitment to our Purpose, Mission and Core Values. Many things have changed at Simplot over the years, but J.R.’s bedrock vision carries forward: work hard, give honest value, be good partners and – today more than ever – treat the Earth and its bounty as a resource to be respected and protected.
