Food Process Worker

A Food Process Worker is part of the overall manufacturing team at a food or drink making facility. You might prepare ingredients to make food or drink products or be involved in the mixing, cooking or packaging process. Food Process Workers might take part in quality control procedures, be part of the cleaning and sanitation team or get food products ready for transport.

Food Process Workers must be able to communicate well and work as part of a team. It’s important that you can follow directions and maintain correct procedures at all times. Food Process Workers should be able to focus on safety and hygiene and manage their daily task load.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $59,800
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a food process worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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FBP30121

Certificate III in Food Processing
Blended, On Campus
12 months
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HLTSS00066

Infection control Skill Set (Food Handling)
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online
25 hours
$0 - $120
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FBP20122

Certificate II in Food Processing
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 18 months
$0 - $3,605
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Food Process Worker
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Food Process Worker
FBP10121

Certificate I in Food Processing
Distance
9 months
Unavailable
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FBPFSY1002

Follow Work Procedures to Maintain Food Safety
Online
1 day
Unavailable
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FBPFSY2002

Apply Food Safety Procedures
Online
1 day
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Food Process Worker
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Food Process Worker
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Related occupations

Food Production Worker

A Food Production Worker handles tasks in food and drink production, including preparing ingredients, quality checking, packaging, and cleaning while adhering to hygiene standards.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Food Production Manager

A Food Production Manager oversees food manufacturing, ensuring production targets and safety standards are met while managing quality and packaging.

Avg yearly income $99,996
Skill level Advanced

Food Production Supervisor

A Food Production Supervisor manages a team in a processing facility, ensuring production quality and safety standards while handling staff training and rostering.

Avg yearly income $88,920
Skill level Advanced

Common questions

How much does a Food Process Worker earn?

In Australia, a full time Food Process Worker generally earns $1,150 per week ($59,800 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.

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What are the job opportunities for a Food Process Worker?

This industry has seen an increase in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 30,400 people working as a Food Process Worker in Australia compared to 28,400 five years ago. Food Process 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

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How do I become a Food Process Worker?

A Certificate III in Food Processing is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Food Production Worker. You’ll learn to follow a food safety plan, maintain OHS procedures and develop technical and compliance skills. You could also consider completing the Infection Control Skill Set (Food Handling).

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