Glass Furnace Operator – PLC/SCADA Process Control

Visy; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Visy is seeking a Batch & Furnace Operator to keep our Spotswood furnace running and supply forming lines with quality molten glass. You will monitor furnace performance, read process data, and adjust controls to meet targets.

Responsibilities include responding to alarms, troubleshooting issues, performing quality checks on batch materials and glass, and maintaining accurate records. The role requires safety focus in a hot, dusty environment and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Experience in glass manufacturing or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of PLC and SCADA control systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot, stay calm under pressure and work independently.
• Certificate in Process Manufacturing or Process Operations preferred.
• Forklift licence and FEL ticket are a plus.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in hot, dusty and loud environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the melting furnace and its ancillary systems, tracking combustion, temperature and pressure.
• Operate process controls through PLC and SCADA to produce molten glass of right quality and quantity.
• Respond to plant alarms, troubleshoot issues and carry out furnace emergency procedures.
• Conduct quality checks on raw materials used in the batch.
• Perform glass quality checks including density and defect counts.
• Identify and report equipment maintenance needs.
• Maintain written and computerised operational records.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and safe working environment.

Skills

Glass manufacturing

PLC/SCADA

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Forklift licence

FEL ticket

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate in Process Manufacturing/Process Operations

Tools

PLC systems

SCADA

Job description

Visy is seeking a Batch & Furnace Operator to keep our Spotswood furnace running and supply forming lines with quality molten glass. You will monitor furnace performance, read process data, and adjust controls to meet targets.

Responsibilities include responding to alarms, troubleshooting issues, performing quality checks on batch materials and glass, and maintaining accurate records. The role requires safety focus in a hot, dusty environment and the ability to work independently.