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Family owned since 1988, Thomas Foods International (TFI) is one of Australia's largest food businesses. With teams across Australia, the US, Canada, China, Japan and Europe, the Thomas Foods brands and business partnerships grow, supply, and distribute premium meat and seafood all over the world. TFI is an organisation that truly embodies its values-driven philosophy and positive working culture. Now is the perfect time to join this innovative, growing global business.
Our mission is to feed families globally, through premium quality products, exceptional service and sustainable practices.
Thomas Foods International Feedlot is a key operation in growing, supplying, and distributing premium meat to the world and forms part of the agricultural division of Thomas Foods International, one of Australia's largest family-owned businesses.
The Feedlot with a 27,000 standard cattle unit capacity is located in Tintinara, South Australia, and is a key partner of the new Murray Bridge Processing Plant.
About the role
The Feedmill Leading Hand, reporting to the Feedmill Supervisor, is responsible for all activities pertaining to feeding and milling operations including a primary emphasis of maintaining quality standards and maximising efficiency within the Feedmill department.
Working in our modern and semi-automated Feedmill facility, you will work closely with the Feedmill Supervisor to assist with planning and scheduling of activities, ensure loading, mixing and delivery of ration is executed in an accurate and timely manner, temper and mill grain and operating machinery including feed trucks, loaders, telehandlers and tractors.
As a valued member of our team, we offer progressive career opportunities in a supportive team environment. This position provides a guaranteed 38 hours a week with opportunities for overtime, working a 10 day on and 4 day off roster.
Thomas Foods International places an emphasis on developing employees by utilising recognised internal and external training. The successful applicant will have significant opportunities for both as they progress their career with the business.
The Ideal Candidate
The candidate we are looking for will have the following attributes:
Experience with Feedmill operations, including tempering and milling grain High level of proficiency of feed truck operation Heavy machinery operation experience is desirable Sound practical problem solving skills Sound time management and organisation skills Benefits and perks
As a valued member of our team, we also offer you multiple extra benefits in line with your role:
How do your skills match this job? Sign in and update your profile to get insights. Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a leading hand? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Do you own or have regular access to a car? The organisation began operation back in 1988. The business has grown and changed a lot since then.Today, Thomas Foods International has annual revenue wellin excess of $1 billion, and is Australia's largest 100%family-owned meat-processing company. The business operates with strong family values. ChrisThomas provides the leadership and vision, his son andCEO, Darren, drives company growth. The real secrets to our success is we will always have deep respect for ourSouth Australian roots – while we take onthe world, We will always maintain our exacting standards – while weinnovate and expand, and by remembering the things that underpin everythingwe do...the quality of our livestock – and the dedication ofour people
Source: this is an extract from the company's own website.
The organisation began operation back in 1988. The business has grown and changed a lot since then.Today, Thomas Foods International has annual revenue wellin excess of $1 billion, and is Australia's largest 100%family-owned meat-processing company. The business operates with strong family values. ChrisThomas provides the leadership and vision, his son andCEO, Darren, drives company growth. The real secrets to our success is we will always have deep respect for ourSouth Australian roots – while we take onthe world, We will always maintain our exacting standards – while weinnovate and expand, and by remembering the things that underpin everythingwe do...the quality of our livestock – and the dedication ofour people
Source: this is an extract from the company's own website.
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