Machine Operator

Winson-Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift loading

Birthday Leave

Employee Assistance Program (24/7)

Job summary

Signet is a leading packaging company based in Brisbane, Australia, seeking a Machine Operator to join its plastics production team in Wakerley. You will operate modern extrusion, conversion and recycling machinery, help produce plastic bags and stretch film, and perform basic machine maintenance.

We offer on-the-job training, support from experienced operators, a clear development pathway, and opportunities to complete formal qualifications.

Qualifications

• No previous plastics experience required; eagerness to learn.
• Willingness to learn machine operation and safety practices.
• Ability to follow procedures and complete documentation accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate modern plastics extrusion, conversion and recycling machinery.
• Manufacture finished goods including plastic bags and stretch film.
• Carry out basic maintenance on machines.
• Complete process control documentation accurately.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Team player

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Job description

Ready to take your next step as a Machine Operator in a production environment? Join Signet, a leading manufacturer in Wakerley, Brisbane, and become a valued part of our innovative soft plastics production team.

Whether you’re experienced or completely new to manufacturing i f you’re eager to build a long-term career, learn new skills and grow with a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

You will be involved in all aspects of the Plastics production processes, including:

• Operating modern automated plastics extrusion, conversion and recycling machinery
• Manufacturing finished goods including plastic bags and stretch film
• Carrying out basic maintenance on machines
• Completing process control documentation accurately and diligently

Shift Details

This role operates on a rotating 4‑on / 4‑off roster with 12‑hour shifts.

• Day shift: 5:45 am – 5:45 pm
• Night shift: 5:45 pm – 5:45 am

About you

We welcome applicants who are new to plastics manufacturing but have an interest in machine operation and a willingness to learn.

The successful applicant will ideally have

• A can‑do attitude and be a great team player
• Effective problem‑solving skills
• A strong mechanical aptitude, safety and quality‑focus
• A high attention to detail
• Experience in plastics, blown film or HACCP is welcome but not required

We will provide

• Comprehensive on‑the‑job training
• Support from experienced operators
• A structured development pathway
• Opportunities to complete formal qualifications

About Us

Signet is a leading packaging company that is committed to delivering exceptional products and services. Over the past 55 years, we've grown into Australia's leading packaging company with a national footprint of production and warehouse facilities located in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Townsville and Perth.

Benefits

• Additional week of annual leave for shift workers
• Entitled to shift loading
• Birthday Leave – Be paid to spend time with family, friends or with oneself doing the things you love on your birthday.
• Access to qualified Employee Assistance Program. Available 24/7/365.
• Length of service recognition program celebrates and rewards milestones with the Company. Our average tenure is 7 years.
• Employee of the Month Awards recognising employees who go above and beyond.
• Build up your social network and make lifelong friends through our monthly BBQs, social events and Christmas parties.
• A rewarding career with diverse opportunities and career progression.

Please note applicants must have unlimited working rights in Australia; and must be able to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol examination before employment.

Signet is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity. We are a merit‑based organisation that supports long‑term sustainable employment in delivering a safe operation and environment.