Batch & Furnace Graduate - Chemical / Mechanical Engineering

Visy; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shift

Learn & grow

Sustainability initiatives

Supportive team

Job summary

Visy is seeking a Batch & Furnace Graduate in Melbourne to join the Batch & Furnace team. The role provides a genuine pathway for an engineering graduate to learn glass manufacturing, starting on day shift as a Multi Skilled Operator, with progression toward the Assistant Batch & Furnace Manager role.

This is a 2-year fixed term contract with a strong likelihood of permanency for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Recently completed degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to solving problems.
• Willingness to get hands-on on the plant floor.
• Internships, vacation work or practical projects in manufacturing or process industries are highly regarded.
• Clear communication and the ability to build relationships with operators, technical teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor batch house and furnace equipment, from raw material receival and elevation through to batch mixing, distribution and glass melting.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure glass meets customer specification.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues alongside Reliability team.
• Participate in safety inspections, hazard reporting and incident investigations.
• Support glass composition, testing and recipe changes with Glass Science team.
• Help plan colour changes to keep off-colour time to a minimum.
• Prepare raw material forecasts and place raw material orders in SAP.
• Track fuel and energy use, and help improve efficiency, operating procedures and furnace life.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data-driven

Hands-on

Communication skills

Education

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Batch & Furnace Graduate - Chemical / Mechanical Engineering

Joining our Batch & Furnace team at Spotswood, this role is a genuine pathway for an engineering graduate who wants to learn glass manufacturing where it starts. You’ll begin on day shift as a Multi Skilled Operator, working hands‑on alongside our experienced operators in the batch house and on the furnace. From there, growth is built into the role, working towards the Assistant Batch & Furnace Manager role.

This is a 2-year fixed term contract, with a strong likelihood of permanency for the right candidate.

The key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Starting out:

• Operate and monitor batch house and furnace equipment, from raw material receival and elevation through to batch mixing, distribution and glass melting
• Carry out quality checks to make sure glass meets customer specification
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues alongside our Reliability team
• Take part in safety inspections, hazard reporting and incident investigations, contributing to a safe workplace for yourself and the team
• Support glass composition, testing and recipe changes with our Glass Science team
• Help plan colour changes to keep off-colour time to a minimum
• Prepare raw material forecasts and place raw material orders in SAP
• Track fuel and energy use, and help improve efficiency, operating procedures and furnace life

What you’ll bring:

• A recently completed degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering
• Strong analytical skills and a data‑driven approach to solving problems
• Sound mechanical reasoning and a willingness to get hands‑on on the plant floor
• Internships, vacation work or practical projects in manufacturing or process industries are highly regarded, as is study in glass or materials science
• Clear communication skills and the ability to build relationships with operators, technical teams and suppliers
• A quick learner who can juggle priorities and stay calm under pressure
• The ability to work in a challenging environment – hot, dusty and loud!

Hours of work: Day shift

What you’ll love when you join us:

• Learn & Grow: Learn from experienced operators, engineers and our Glass Science team.
• Day Shift: A consistent day shift while you build your skills.
• Sustainability: Work with recycled glass and energy efficiency initiatives that make a difference.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.

About Visy
Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. Over 75 years, we’ve grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations – predominantly in Australia and New Zealand.
Visy Glass has a wealth of experience in crafting pure, sustainable and iconic glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food and non-alcoholic beverages, and we’re dedicated to exceeding our customers’ expectations and fuelling consumers’ desire for glass.

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Please note that only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position.