Production Operator - Fixed-term Contract

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

Job summary

Mapei Brisbane is seeking a Production Operator on a fixed-term contract to join our state-of-the-art facility based in Wacol, Brisbane West. You will support raw material batching, plant operation, packaging, and material handling across day and afternoon shifts.

Ideal candidates are reliable, organized, and able to follow procedures precisely within a fast-paced production environment, while contributing to a collaborative team and ensuring quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Forklift license is compulsory for this position.
• Experience operating plant and equipment in an industrial environment.
• Ability to understand machinery, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Follow all procedures and work instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage storage of raw materials for batching.
• Load the mixer with the raw materials.
• Operate the plant PLC system to follow production schedules.
• Operate the packaging line and ensure product quality.
• Operate the forklift to supply raw material and handle finished goods.
• Operate the small packaging line and the 1k/10K liquid plants.

Skills

Forklift license

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliable and organised

Job description

Production Operator - Fixed-term Contract

Founded in 1937 in Milan, Mapei is a leading global chemical manufacturing company serving the construction industry worldwide. We've contributed to some of the world's most important architectural and infrastructural projects, with over €4 billion turnover in 2023 and operations spanning 57 countries across 5 continents. The company employees over 13,000 staff worldwide.

Our Brisbane facility is truly state-of-the-art, producing over 57,000 tons of product annually and housing our R&D laboratories, quality control facilities, training centre, and Australian Head Office. We're expanding into Victoria in 2026 with a new Melbourne site, creating exciting growth opportunities.

As a market leader, we're proud to be ranked among "World's Best Employers" by Forbes and Statista, recognized for our excellence in corporate impact, talent development, gender equality, and social responsibility.

About the Opportunity

As a Production Operator, you will be a critical member of the team. We currently have both day and afternoon shifts available. You'll be responsible for carrying out production tasks necessary for operating plant and equipment to control raw material blending and packaging for the processing of finished goods.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage storage of raw materials for batching
• Load the mixer with the raw materials
• Operate the plant PLC system to produce products as set out within the production schedule
• Operate the packaging line and ensure product quality and performance standards are met
• Operate the forklift supplying raw material to the plant, storing incoming raw materials and finished goods
• Operate the small packaging line
• Operate both the 1k and 10K liquid plants
• Quality compliance: perform all tasks in line with our Quality Management System

About You

You are a reliable and organised professional who thrives in a fast-paced production environment. You take pride in accuracy and understand the importance of attention to detail in maintaining smooth operations. You're someone who enjoys working as part of a team while being able to work independently when required.

What You Bring

• Familiarity with industrial environments and the ability to safely operate plant and equipment
• Experience with stock, warehousing and the processing of raw materials
• An ability to understand the operation of machinery, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, and the basic maintenance requirements of industrial equipment
• A forklift license is compulsory for this position
• Ability to follow all procedures and work instructions competently
• Supervisory skills not necessary, but an advantage

Why Choose Mapei?

Job Security & Growth

Join a stable, growing company with 87 years of success and substantial expansion plans. Our upcoming Melbourne facility opening in 2026 creates exciting career advancement opportunities.

Global Recognition

Be part of a company recognized as one of the "World's Best Employers" by Forbes and Statista.

Competitive Package

We offer a competitive remuneration package designed to attract outstanding candidates, reflecting the pivotal nature of this role.

Location

Based at our Wacol Facility in Brisbane West.