Production Workers - Rocklea

Opal; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Opal Packaging in Rocklea, Brisbane is hiring 8 Production Workers for a day shift starting October 2026. Join a leading Australian packaging manufacturer with comprehensive training and long-term opportunities.

You will work in a fast-paced production environment, operate converting machinery, perform quality checks, and contribute to a safe, clean workspace while developing hands-on skills and career growth.

Qualifications

• Reliable, safety-focused individuals suitable for hands-on manufacturing.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual handling tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor converting machinery.
• Feed and handle cardboard materials.
• Pack and palletise finished products.
• Perform quality checks and inspections.
• Follow safe work procedures and site standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with the team to meet production targets.

Job description

Opal Packaging | Rocklea, QLD | Day Shift | October 2026 Start

Looking for job security, great team culture and opportunities to grow?

Opal Packaging is seeking 8 Production Workers to join our converting cardboard manufacturing operation in Rocklea, Brisbane. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a leading Australian packaging manufacturer, with comprehensive training provided and long-term career opportunities available.

About the Role

Working as part of our production team, you will support the manufacture and conversion of corrugated cardboard packaging products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Day Shift Hours:

• Monday to Friday
• 6:00am – 2:00pm
• Overtime available upon successful completion of training and competency sign-off

Key Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring converting machinery
• Feeding and handling cardboard materials
• Packing and palletising finished products
• Completing quality checks and inspections
• Following safe work procedures and site standards
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area
• Working collaboratively to achieve production targets

What We're Looking For

We are interested in reliable, safety-focused individuals who:

• Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Enjoy working in a hands-on manufacturing environment
• Can work effectively as part of a team
• Have good communication skills
• Are committed to workplace safety and quality standards
• Can perform repetitive manual handling tasks and stand for extended periods

Highly Regarded but Not Essential

• Previous manufacturing or production experience
• Experience operating machinery
• Experience in packaging, warehousing, or production environments

Full training will be provided for successful candidates.

What We Offer

Permanent opportunities with a leading Australian manufacturer

Structured 12-week training and onboarding program

Stable Monday to Friday day shift roster

Overtime opportunities after training completion

Safe and supportive team environment

Career development opportunities within Opal Packaging

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Recruitment Process

• Interview
• Pre-employment medical assessment
• Reference checks
• Drug and alcohol screening