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A Food Production Worker performs a range of tasks during the production of food or drink products. You might be involved in preparing and mixing ingredients or checking the quality of finished products. Food Production Workers may package food ready for transport or storage. Your role might involve cleaning and sanitising equipment and work areas.
Food Production Workers should be able to follow correct procedures and maintain hygiene control during their duties. It’s important that you can work as part of a team and follow directions well. Food Production Workers should be able to remain focused and manage their time well.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Food Production Worker.
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This nationally recognised training is designed to help businesses and individuals build their COVID-SAFE operating plans. Students will learn to follow organisational infection prevention and control policies and procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and respond to infection risks in organisations that include food handling in their operations. .
Average duration: Half day.
Get a job at a food processing plant, grain mill, bakery, or dairy with the FBP30121 Certificate III in Food Processing. This nationally recognised qualification teaches you how to follow an organisation’s food safety plan as well as OHS, administration, compliance and technical skills. The course takes 6-12 months to complete and you can choose electives that match your actual job role in either production or packing. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices and upcoming enrolment dates near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
Seeking employment at a rice mill or processing plant? The FBP30721 Certificate III in Rice Processing will give you the skills you need to specialise in rice flour milling, rice processing, rice packaging, or receivals and storage. The course covers: WHS and personal safety, working within a food safety and quality management program, administration skills, team leadership, numerical and maths calculations. Enquire now for the full list of specialisation electives, graduation outcomes, and course enrolment dates..
In Australia, a full time Food Production Worker generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has increased in recent years. There are currently 30,400 people employed as a Food Production Worker in Australia compared to 28,400 five years ago. Food Production Workers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly in larger towns and cities where food manufacturing facilities are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a career as a Food Production Worker, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Food Processing. You’ll develop the skills to work in a food processing plant, grain mill, bakery or dairy, including following a food safety plan, OHS and compliance and technical skills. You could also consider completing the Infection Control Skill Set (Food Handling).
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Here are some potential career pathways within food processing. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Food Processing
Food Process Worker
$1,050 weekly pay
Food Production Worker
Food Technologist
$1,150 weekly pay
Food Production Manager
$1,250 weekly pay
Food Production Supervisor
Food Safety Officer
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