Manufacturing Operative

Job description

Join a global FMCG leader with strong career growth pathways Positive, people-first culture with regular onsite activities Be a part of a team behind iconic brands like Keens, Aeroplane Jelly & Gourmet Garden Why You’ll Love Working at McCormick Recognised as an employer of choice, McCormick is proud to be The Future of Flavour. Our people are at the heart of everything we do — we’re serious about our work, but not ourselves.

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a broad range of benefits, including: Annual wage reviews Rostered Day Off (RDO) benefits Access to onsite physiotherapy Free access to the local pool Employee health and wellbeing programs Opportunities to participate in local and regional charity events Paid parental leave and partner pay, plus a supportive return-to-work program Generous employee recognition and rewards program Regular onsite engagement activities (food vans, coffee vans, BBQs) Free confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Novated leasing options (SG Fleet & Toyota) Tailored training & development plans, with progression opportunities across our global business About the Role We are expanding and seeking full-time Manufacturing Operatives to join our Sunshine Coast team.

These roles rotate between morning and afternoon shifts and contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of our production facility. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for: Following safety management systems to prevent incidents and drive continuous improvement Complying with HACCP and GMP standards Operating high-volume food manufacturing, processing, and packaging equipment Completing quality control checks, inspections, and audits using digital systems Performing line-level operational tasks Collaborating within a diverse, cross-functional team Participating in improvement activities (TPM) and contributing to operational excellence

About You

You thrive in a fast-paced production environment and bring a strong safety-first mindset. You are adaptable, proactive, and committed to quality.

You’ll also bring

Availability to work rotating morning and afternoon shifts Flexibility to work across multiple production rooms Previous experience in manufacturing or production operations

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills Understanding of production processes, quality control, and safety protocols
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support problem-solving Effective communication and organisational skills Experience with TPM systems (preferred)
• Ability to support root cause analysis activities How to Apply We have a number of full-time positions available.

If you are interested in starting your career with us, apply online with a copy of your resume. Applications close Friday, 17 July 2026. Please note that due to our comprehensive recruitment process we will not be able to respond to individual enquiries regarding the status of your application. Only qualified candidates that have been selected for interview will be contacted following interview. Our recruitment process will commence from the date the position is advertised and may be filled prior to the closing date.

Thank you for your understanding and interest in this position. McCormick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.