Conveyor Operators
Overview
Conveyor operators maintain and monitor conveyor belt systems that move products through manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution facilities, ensuring smooth and safe material flow. They use digital control systems, safety monitoring equipment, and maintenance tools while troubleshooting jams and mechanical issues. You need high school graduation and training in conveyor system operation and basic maintenance. This role is good for reliable, safety-conscious people who want to keep manufacturing operations running smoothly.
Did you know?
Most employers provide on-the-job training, but completing a Certificate II or III in Process Manufacturing or Warehousing Operations through TAFE can improve job prospects and provide foundational knowledge of industrial systems and safety procedures.
At a Glance
Median Wage
$65,000 Avg/yr
Growth
Stable
Top Skill
Complex Problem Solving
Key Responsibilities
- Assists with physical inventory counts and processes
- Completes daily log sheets for bulk plant operations and documents all maintenance activities, as well as time sheets, job sheets and other paperwork for billing purposes
- Co-ordinates with outside agencies for shipping of in-bound/out-bound products
- Ensures all materials coming into or leaving the plant are properly documented and enters production tickets, goods receipts and shipping documentation
- Ensures that materials are properly labelled and that the disposal of materials is handled in a safe manner that complies with environmental standards
- Operates vehicles used for transporting bulk products and utilises materials handling equipment, such as loaders, forklifts and pallet jacks, to move materials within the plant
- Performs calculations to determine appropriate mixtures, weights and volumes, as well as measuring out the appropriate amount of raw material to meet order specifications
- Blends and mixes all bulk products for on-time delivery and as per the programmed design
- Packages, labels and loads finished products as per order requirements
- Performs daily inspections of bulk plant equipment and materials, maintains all equipment, and ensures bulk plant is kept clean
Career Considerations
Training and Certification Requirements
Most employers provide on-the-job training, but completing a Certificate II or III in Process Manufacturing or Warehousing Operations through TAFE can improve job prospects and provide foundational knowledge of industrial systems and safety procedures.
Workplace Safety and Conditions
This role involves working in industrial environments with heavy machinery, requiring strict adherence to safety protocols. Workers typically wear protective equipment and may work in shifts, including nights and weekends depending on the facility's operations.
Career Advancement Opportunities
With experience and additional training, conveyor operators can progress to maintenance technician roles, production supervisors, or specialise in automated systems management, offering increased responsibility and higher wages.