Packaging Machine Operators

Opal Group; Australia; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NGARE Employment Solutions PTY LTD in Orchard Hills, NSW, is seeking reliable Packaging Machine Operators to join the Opal Specialty Packaging team. You will set up, operate, and monitor automated packaging equipment such as clamshell, box erecting, and window facer machines, ensuring safe and efficient production.

Ideal candidates have experience with packaging machinery, good troubleshooting skills, and a safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial packaging or production machinery.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to make basic machine adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Physically fit and able to work in a hands-on production environment.
• Basic computer skills for production logging and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor clamshell, box erecting, window facer, and other packaging equipment.
• Make machine adjustments, complete basic changeovers, and replenish packaging materials.
• Inspect products for quality, alignment, seal integrity, labeling, and defects.
• Perform minor troubleshooting, cleaning, and routine operational checks.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and complete daily production records.

Skills

Machinery operation

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Basic computer skills

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking reliable Packaging Machine Operators to join our Opal Specialty Packaging team at Orchard Hills, NSW. This hands-on role involves setting up, operating, and monitoring automated packaging equipment, including clamshell, box erecting, and window facer machines.

If you have machine operating experience, good troubleshooting skills, and a strong safety mindset, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor clamshell, box erecting, window facer, and other packaging equipment.
• Make machine adjustments, complete basic changeovers, and replenish packaging materials.
• Inspect products for quality, alignment, seal integrity, labelling, and defects.
• Perform minor troubleshooting, cleaning, and routine operational checks.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and complete daily production records.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience operating industrial packaging or production machinery.
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence making basic machine adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in a hands-on production environment.
• Basic computer skills for production logging and data entry.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, ongoing employment with a safety-conscious team.
• Hands-on environment with opportunities to work across diverse equipment.
• Supportive team culture focused on quality and efficiency.