Experienced Packaging Operators

Lion Pty Ltd; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lion Pty Ltd in Geelong, VIC, is seeking an Experienced Packaging Operator with Manufacturing or FMCG experience to join our Geelong brewery on a permanent full-time basis.

This role operates and supports high-speed packaging lines, delivering against production plans with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency. You will troubleshoot issues, participate in continuous improvement, and work closely with your crew to maintain optimal line performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in Manufacturing or FMCG environments.
• Hands-on, team-first attitude.
• Comfort in a fast-paced operation.
• Good attention to detail and processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support high-speed FMCG packaging lines.
• Deliver against the production plan with quality and efficiency.
• Identify issues, troubleshoot, and keep the line running.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and better ways of working.
• Work with crew to win on shift and uphold safety.

Skills

Packaging lines

Safety awareness

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

Job description

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At the forefront of producing our iconic ales, the Little Creatures team continues a proud tradition of craftsmanship, quality, and best-practice brewing -right here in our backyard.

We’re on the lookout for 2 Experienced Packaging Operator with Manufacturing or FMCG experience to join our Geelong brewery. If you thrive on pace, love a well-run line, and get satisfaction from doing things right, every time, this one’s for you.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity, based on-site in Geelong, VIC. You’ll work 4 x 10-hour shifts per week on a rotating schedule:

• Week 1:Monday–Thursday | 6:00am–4:00pm
• Week 2:Monday–Thursday | 4:00pm–2:00am

What you’ll be doing

As a Packaging Operator, you’ll be a key player on our packaging lines, helping deliver great beer to our drinkers while driving safety, quality, and performance on shift. You’ll:

• Operate and support high-speed FMCG packaging lines
• Deliver against the production plan with a sharp focus on quality and efficiency
• Identify issues, support troubleshooting, and keep the line running strong
• Contribute to continuous improvement, problem-solving, and better ways of working
• Work shoulder-to-shoulder with your crew to win together on shift
• Championing safety and safe work practices across the brewery

What you’ll bring

• Experience in Manufacturing, FMCG, food & beverage, or a similar production environment
• A team-first mindset with a hands-on, get-it-done attitude
• Confidence working in a fast-paced, operational setting
• Strong learning agility and appetite to build technical capability
• Pride in your work, attention to detail, and respect for process and standards