Paper Specialist

Visy Group; Tumut; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Visy is seeking an experienced production leader to oversee the paper mill operations in Tumut. You will drive performance improvements, coordinate control optimisations, and lead safety-focused initiatives across the facility.

You will bring extensive papermaking expertise, a strong track record in production efficiency, and leadership experience to ensure quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in a paper manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership in a production setting.
• Strong understanding of paper machine performance metrics and quality management.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the paper mill to ensure safe, efficient production.
• Develop and implement production plans to achieve quality, volume and cost objectives.
• Drive machine performance through root cause analysis and improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate process control optimisation with DCS and QCS specialists.
• Analyse production data to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Lead incident investigations and promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Process optimization

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

DCS familiarity

Education

Pulp and Paper Technology or Chemical Engineering

Papermaking qualification or diploma

Tools

DCS systems

OSI PI

SAP management systems

Job description

Role Details:

Reporting to the Paper Mill Manager, this role is responsible for managing production operations across the facility while providing technical leadership and process expertise. The position combines leadership responsibilities with specialist knowledge of paper machine operations to optimise performance, product quality, safety and operational efficiency

What you'll do:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the paper mill to ensure safe, efficient and reliable production.
• Develop and implement production plans to achieve quality, volume and cost objectives.
• Drive paper machine performance through sheet break reduction initiatives and root cause analysis.
• Identify critical process areas impacting machine efficiency, product quality and production performance.
• Coordinate process control optimisation activities in conjunction with DCS and QCS specialists.
• Analyse production data and implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Manage reel quality, minimise winder-related downgrade and drive improvements in winding efficiency.
• Collaborate with maintenance, reliability and engineering teams to maximise equipment performance and minimise downtime.
• Lead incident investigations, ensure compliance with safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture.
• Assist with customer complaints, corrective actions and product quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in an on-call support roster and provide operational leadership outside standard business hours as required.

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum 8 years' experience within a paper manufacturing environment, preferably producing kraft linerboard or similar paper grades.
• Demonstrated experience in paper machine operations, process optimisation and continuous improvement.
• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of paper machine performance metrics, production efficiency and quality management systems.
• Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions for production and equipment issues.
• Degree qualification in Pulp and Paper Technology or Chemical Engineering.
• Recognised papermaking qualification or diploma.
• Experience using DCS systems and OSI PI applications.
• Experience with SAP management systems.

What you’ll love when you join us:

• Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company

About Visy

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. As Australia’s leading recycled and kraft paper manufacturer, Visy Pulp and Paper is a big part of our business. Our integrated recycling and manufacturing operations means we collect paper and cardboard from households and businesses and turn it into up to 100% recycled paper. We are also home to the world’s most environmentally friendly kraft paper mill in Tumut, providing high-quality kraft paper for domestic and international markets. The paper we produce supplies our board facilities across Australia and New Zealand, where it is remanufactured into cardboard packaging for the food and beverage industry.

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

These roles are only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.