Production Machine Operator – Glass Manufacturing

Visy; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Visy Glass is hiring Glass Production Operators for the Adelaide Plant in West Croydon. This permanent full-time role operates on a 3-on 2-off rotating night-afternoon-day shift roster and forms part of a busy manufacturing team.

You will work in a hot environment, operate forming machines, perform quality checks, data entry and maintain safety and housekeeping standards. Trading background or strong mechanical aptitude is advantageous, with some manual handling involved.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude is essential.
• Trade qualification or glass manufacturing background is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the forming machines with regular checks, lubrication and component changes; troubleshoot as needed.
• Operate and maintain inspection and packaging equipment.
• Perform glass quality checks and rectify faults.
• Monitor production parameters and enter data.
• Support continuous improvement and 5S practices.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Trade qualification / Glass manufacturing background

Job description

Role Details

Visy Glass has a wealth of experience in crafting pure, sustainable and iconic glass packaging for many of the world's best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages and dedicated to exceed our customers' expectations and fuel consumers' desire for glass.

Visy Glass has a wealth of experience in crafting pure, sustainable and iconic glass packaging for many of the world's best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages and dedicated to exceed our customers' expectations and fuel consumers' desire for glass.

We currently have several vacancies for Glass Production Operators to join our manufacturing team at the Adelaide Plant based in West Croydon. We are offering the opportunity to work in a Multi-Skilled Operator capacity on a permanent full time basis on a 3-on 2-off 7 day rotating night-afternoon-day shift roster.

What You’ll Do

You will be required to work in a hot and demanding environment, forming each bottle to the required standards. At times the manufacturing process will require performing minimal heavy lifting with support from other team members and lifting devices. If you’re someone that doesn’t mind a bit of manual handling and getting your hands dirty, then you’ll fit right in! The role also requires you to work in the ‘cold end’ part of the process working with inspection and packaging equipment performing quality and other procedural checks - ensuring our customers and end consumers receive the very best possible glass containers.

Responsibilities

• Operation of the forming machines including regular checks, lubrication and changing of components and ancillary equipment, and troubleshooting;
• The operation and upkeep of inspection and packaging equipment;
• Glass quality checks and rectification of faults;
• Monitoring production parameters and data entry;
• Continuous improvement and 5S practices;
• Forklift driving and pack centre operation;
• Safety checks and general housekeeping;
• 24/7 manufacturing facility - working a 3-on 2-off night-afternoon-day rotating shift roster.

What You'll Bring

You will ideally hold extensive experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment, being able to demonstrate a very strong mechanical aptitude. Whilst not essential, workers with a trade and/or glass manufacturing background will be looked on favourably.

You are fit to perform a range of physical tasks, including standing, walking and lifting - all in a safe and considered manner. You’re a good communicator and have the ability to work well under pressure.

You’ll be able to work independently and use your initiative to get things done, at the same time, enjoy working as part of a team. No job is too small, you will be able to adapt to changes in work loads and keen to learn new skills, processes and procedures.

What You'll Love When You Join Us

When you join Visy, you’re joining a global leader dedicated to making serious progress in the sustainable packaging, recycling, re-manufacturing, and logistics industries. We love solving the problems that make an impact and grow our business. If you think you can help us, you’ll fit right in. There’s never been a better time to join Visy!

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.

Please note that only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position.