DAF Plant Operator

  • All Posting Locations: Bomen, New South Wales, AU
  • Job Functions: Manufacturing
  • Date Published: May 9, 2025
  • Ref#: R-92680

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About the Role

Job Description

DAF Plant Operator

  • Amazing opportunities for professional development and training to enhance your skills and knowledge

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Unlock Your Potential as a DAF Plant Operator at Kraft Heinz !

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented individual to operate and maintain our DAF plant, perform grounds maintenance, and manage waste management on site. The successful candidate will have previous experience operating DAF systems or similar water treatment equipment and possess a strong understanding of water treatment processes.

The Company

Kraft Heinz is a leading global food company with a portfolio of iconic brands that bring joy and nourishment to people around the world. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment, our communities, and the people we serve. Our company is built on a foundation of quality, integrity, and innovation, and we are passionate about creating a better future for all.

Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Operate and monitor DAF systems to treat wastewater according to regulatory standards and company protocols

  • Perform routine inspections and maintenance of DAF equipment

  • Adjust chemical treatments and dosages to optimize treatment efficiency and water quality

  • Maintain accurate records of plant operations, wastewater parameters, and chemical usage

  • Perform general grounds maintenance, including mowing lawns and waste segregation

  • Liaise with external vendors for arranging pickups

  • Create, update, and manage work instructions, policies, and procedures

  • Collect and send weekly samples to the lab

  • Perform general forklift duties, including moving waste bins and chemical IBCs

About you:

  • Previous experience operating DAF systems or similar water treatment equipment preferred

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

  • Technical or vocational training in water treatment or related fields is preferred

  • Forklift License

  • Ability to work in a manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment

  • Willingness to work 38 hours per week, with frequent standing, walking, and manual handling tasks

Benefits of working with us

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Opportunity to work with a leading manufacturing company

  • Collaborative and supportive work environment

  • Professional development and growth opportunities

Ready to make an Impact?

If you are a motivated and experienced individual looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career with Kraft Heinz.

Location(s)

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Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.

Digital at Kraft Heinz

The
Builders

Our Digital team empowers every aspect of our business.

Discovering what’s next in food using Python, Azure ML and Alteryx. Building and designing apps. Improving our supply chain.

We’re bringing agility to beloved brands across the globe — making life delicious for our customers and communities, today and tomorrow.

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The
Facilitators

People are what makes Kraft Heinz great. Today. And tomorrow.

In Human Resources, we’re finding and developing great talent to continue our legacy. We’re here for every colleague, for their performance and their wellbeing.

Together, we’re helping everyone to grow their own way.

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Manufacturing at Kraft Heinz

The
Makers

Our Manufacturing team is a fully-integrated end-to-end supply chain. We’re the backbone of Kraft Heinz. The people behind the products, delivering the highest quality and value.

Whether you’re a seasoned manufacturing veteran or new to the world of plants, there’s tons of opportunity for career growth and development.

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Marketing at Kraft Heinz

The
Strategizers

Our Marketing team are the voice of our consumers. Connecting the right people, to the right products, with the right messages and campaigns.

We’re the architects of category growth, making sure our brands are front and center — winning the battle for attention in the minds of people everywhere.

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R&D at Kraft Heinz

The
Creators

Our Research and Development team creates high-quality products that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Innovation is what gets us up in the morning!

Whether you want to develop your technical skills or grow as a people manager, there’s a place for you here to advance your career.

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Sales at Kraft Heinz

The
Connectors

Our Sales team drives multibillion dollar distribution strategies. And we do this across channels and across the whole world!

We thrive wherever consumers can meet iconic and innovative brands — in retail, on-trade, and B2B. We’re the closest people to our customers, getting our products to the right people, in the right places.

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our people

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our people

“The best is yet to come at Kraft Heinz. I’ve experienced the launch of a new purpose, new vision and values. Now I’m seeing all of those things truly take shape and that is very exciting.”

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Hear from
our people

“The best thing about working at Kraft Heinz are the benefits and opportunities for growth and career development.”

Manetta
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About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage.  Our emerging and iconic food and beverage brands deliver the best taste, fun, and quality to every table we touch. Worldwide.

We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. Consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress. As we drive innovation company-wide.

Our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We believe in being good humans — working to improve our company, communities, and planet.

We’re proud of where we’ve been and even more thrilled about where we’re headed as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our iconic and nostalgic brands.

Good isn’t good enough. We choose greatness every day by making bold decisions and challenging what’s ordinary. All while celebrating our wins – and failures – as we work together to transform the future of food.

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Grow Your Full
Potential

Be ambitious. Aim high. Lead like the owner of our business. Realize your passions and purpose, here at Kraft Heinz.

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