Batch & Furnace Operator

Job no: 509882
Work type: Full Time
Location: Brisbane - South

At Visy, our people make us stand out from the crowd. We’re always seeking solutions, opportunities and possibilities. We look for people who see what’s ahead and run towards it. These people are helping us to achieve our vision to become the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Together, we can create a better world.

The opportunity:

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 exceeding our customers' expectations and fuel consumers' desire for glass. 

Our South Brisbane plant are looking for an Operator to join our Batch & Furnace team.  This opportunity will commence in the batch house, gaining proficiency before progressing to furnace operations as to ensure the production of high-quality glass containers.

You will begin on day shift, 04:30am to 14:30pm, working an average of 35 hrs pw over 7 days.  

Reporting to the Batch & Furnace Manager, key responsibilities within the batch house will include, but not be limited to:

• Adhere to all Work, Health & Environment policies, and procedures
• Truck delivery co-ordination, liaise with drivers, operate 2-way radio
• Mobile plant operation – front end loader, counterbalance forklift, hoist
• Unloading minor raw material from trucks/containers
• Push raw materials into bay
• Loading various material into silos
• Attend to batch house alarms related to offloading systems
• Operate traffic light system
• General maintenance & cleaning of plant & equipment

What you will bring to the team:

• Previous experience working in batch or furnace operations would be beneficial
• Mechanical trade certificate an advantage or a strong mechanical aptitude
• Previous experience operating a front-end loader, counterbalance forklift and hoist
• LF forklift licence
• Strong communication & commitment to safety & quality

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

Please contact Chantal Ganesh on **************@visy.com / 0498 666 *** for a confidential discussion or apply now.

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.

Advertised: 19 Jan 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 18 Feb 2024 E. Australia Standard Time