Machine Operator and Warehouse Casual

What's the role?

Our Townsville Print Centre is currently seeking a casual machine operator. As a machine operator, you will be responsible for the safe operation and monitoring of trimmer equipment used in the production of newspaper inserts.

• Safely operate the trimmer, and other publishing machinery.
• Monitor product quality and meet trimming specifications with training assistance from other trimmer operators.
• Some side work involving packaging and publishing newspapers.

Hours / Roster

• 5 days a week of late afternoon/night shifts
• 20-25 hours per week
• 4 pm or 7 pm starts

Who are you?

• Previous experience working in a factory or manufacturing environment involving process working or pick/packing will be seen as advantageous.
• Collaborative team player approach to your work.
• Strong adherence to safety policies and standards.
• Manual handling capability is essential.
• Ability to work effectively in a time-constrained environment.
• Flexibility to work across a 7 day roster.
• Availability to cover additional shifts at short notice.
• Forklift licence is Advantageous

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You'll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia's most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

News Extras Benefits is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.

Our benefits include

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits
• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

• Helping you grow - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career
• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organised charity drives
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities - Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents' rooms

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia's most impactful media group, we're even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia.With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print platforms.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply!

• We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process.
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