Paper Machine Operator Job no: 40000230 Work type: Full Time Location: Wagga Wagga, Sydney - South West, Sydney - North, Sydney - South, Sydney - West, Sydney - Inner, Newcastle, Tumut, Wollongong Rotating Roster 2 Days 2 Nights 4 off (12-hour Shifts) Potential Earnings approximately $120k +OT 2 weeks off every 7-8 weeks (Paid) Training and career growth provided with Visy Ready to power the circular economy?
At Visy, we turn recyclable materials into sustainable packaging.
From cardboard boxes, water bottles and jam jars to food and beverage cans, we are using recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand's food and beverage packaging industry.
Join us in making a difference!
What You'll Do As a Production/Machine Operator in our Smithfield Recycled Paper Mill, you will: Operate and monitor plant equipment, including digesters, fibrelines, recausticising units, lime kilns, and chemical recovery systems.
Conduct in-process inspections using DCS and in-field checks to ensure optimal operation.
Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and production quality.
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and operational issues in a high-risk, fast-paced environment.
Collaborate with the team to achieve production targets while prioritising safety and sustainability.
What You'll Bring Relevant qualifications in Paper Making, Power Plant Operations, or Heavy Industrial Manufacturing (Desirable not essential) Experience in paper/steel mills, refineries, or similarly complex heavy manufacturing plant environments.
Maybe a trade background looking to try something new.
(Carpenter, Plumber, Electrician) A strong safety-first mindset and compliance with OHS&E standards.
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot under pressure.
What You'll Love About Visy