About the opportunity

We invite applications from suitably experienced candidates to join our team at Detmold Packaging as Machine Operators.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor and based at our Brompton site, you will ensure consistent production and product quality.

We are looking for Operators to come and learn how to operate our machines and manufacture paper packaging products for our customers.

As part of your specific responsibilities, you will:

• Achieve productivity targets set for the machine
• Set up the machine according to specifications
• Maintain run speed and efficiency according to specifications
• Minimize downtimes by finding better ways to perform tasks
• Proactively prepare for the next jobs to ensure smooth production flow
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance to ensure machines function optimally
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and maintain quality standards
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and adhere to safety regulations
• Document production activities and report any issues to supervisors

About You

What you’ll need:

• A serious commitment to workplace safety and the ability to lead by example
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally
• Ability to work with integrity, display initiative and be a reliable team player
• Experience in similar environments, including operating machines, performing machine changeovers and carrying out minor maintenance tasks
• An understanding of and commitment to achieving quality and efficiency targets
• Strong mechanical skills and a preference for hands-on work
• Physical fitness and the ability to stay on your feet all day, working with manual machine components.

We have full-time opportunities across day shift, afternoon shift and night shift so we are interested to hear from people who are flexible to work multiple shifts.

If you enjoy a challenge and have a desire to grow and learn with the company, then please submit your application for consideration.

What we’ll offer you:

• A commitment to your ongoing professional development.
• A commitment to corporate social responsibility – we support local communities and charities and are committed to sustainable and ethical sourcing.
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program so you feel supported to be at your best.
• Access to an active social club.

Please note, applicants must have Australian work rights.

If you would like to provide a cover letter as part of your application, please include it as part of your resume.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

About Us:

The Detmold Group is a family-owned and operated global business, partnering with some of the world’s largest and most iconic food and retail brands to create world-class packaging for a better tomorrow.

Our business is focused on making a positive impact for our people, our partners and our planet whilst keeping our customers at the core of everything we do. Relentlessly looking for ways to improve quality, service, and efficiency, we are driven to improve the way the world experiences packaging.

Employee safety is our priority, and we want our people to be 100% SAFE and WELL.

If you would like to provide a cover letter as part of your application, please attach it to your resume and upload as one document.