Paper Mill Production Supervisor - Growth & Sustainability

Visy Careers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Sustainability focus

Leave benefits

Staff discounts

Job summary

Visy is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead sections of the daily paper mill operations, ensuring production targets are met with top quality and safety.

You will coach and empower shift teams, drive continuous improvement, manage large rotating equipment, and coordinate shutdowns and maintenance.

This role requires 5–15 years in paper manufacturing, a mechanical or chemical engineering background, and eligibility for an Australian work visa with sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 5–15 years of experience in paper manufacturing
• Strong understanding of paper machine operations and quality fundamentals
• Proven ability to lead teams in a shift-based, heavy industrial environment
• Hands-on experience with large rotating equipment and plant operations
• Exposure to shutdowns, maintenance and continuous improvement
• Project or improvement initiative experience
• Eligibility for an Australian work visa (with sponsorship support)

Responsibilities

• Support shift teams across paper machine operations, driving safety, output and quality
• Stay close to the floor, supporting teams and solving problems in real time
• Coordinate daily production activities to meet targets in a continuous process environment
• Support shutdowns, maintenance and reliability improvements
• Monitor performance, identify issues early and drive corrective actions
• Build capability in your team through coaching and clear communication
• Work cross-functionally to improve processes and deliver operational outcomes
• Take ownership of on-call responsibilities and respond to plant issues

Skills

Leadership

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Team coaching

Education

Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

Visy is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead sections of the daily paper mill operations, ensuring production targets are met with top quality and safety.

You will coach and empower shift teams, drive continuous improvement, manage large rotating equipment, and coordinate shutdowns and maintenance.

This role requires 5–15 years in paper manufacturing, a mechanical or chemical engineering background, and eligibility for an Australian work visa with sponsorship.