Food factory workers in Australia run production lines across food, beverage, meat, dairy and bakery plants in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and every regional processing town. Tasks include line work, machine minding, quality checks, packing, and following strict HACCP food-safety standards. It is steady indoor shift work — day, afternoon and night — with penalty rates, on-site induction training and a clear ladder from line hand to machine operator and shift team leader. This guide covers salary, duties, visas and how to apply.