Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations –predominately in Australia and New Zealand.

We make over 400 million food cans and collect over 24,000 tonnes of recycled steel each year. Our four operations give you supply chain assurance, allowing flexibility, greater reliability, and faster speed-to-market for businesses of all sizes.

To meet strict specification requirements, food cans contain around 10% recycled material. Once used, the cans are almost 100% recyclable. The recycled steel from our cans can be made into things like washing machines, automotive parts and kitchen wares.

Based in Coburg, Victoria, the Multi Skilled Operator Material Prep reports to the Shift Team Leader and works harmoniously with other departments and team leaders to achieve the best outcomes for the plant.

• Responsible for printing and coating tinplate with various designs and colours, ensuring adherence to Quality Work Instructions and achieving results as outlined in the site Process Control Plans and Food can Manufacturing standards.
• Involvement in department safety, health, and environment accident prevention programs and safety awareness, This includes Food safety
• Compliance with applicable current legislation, regulation, or codes of practice at all times.
• Establish and foster pride in the workplace, ensuring good housekeeping practices are built into our culture.
• Clean machines in accordance with the cleaning programmes during periodic maintenance.
• Ensure product compliance with company manufacturing standards.
• Perform and record quality checks in accordance with the Process Control Plans (PCP).
• Minimize holdout stocks and ensure all products are identified with appropriate labels and tags.
• Investigate customer complaints and recommend corrective actions in consultation with the Team Leader.
• Complete all appropriate paperwork as required by the department and/or company.
• Maintain accurate machine downtime records.

What You Will Bring:

• A good knowledge of QC systems
• Computer literacy.
• Strong interpersonal relationships.
• Familiarity with Safety & Environment Systems & Procedures.
• Continuous Improvement Programmes.
• Team player skills.
• Printing trade and forklift license are highly advantageous.
• 5S and Lean principles are advantageous
• HACCP experience advantageous

What you’ll love when you join us:

• Access to a range of health, wealth, and lifestyle services and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support.
• Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a key player in shaping our future!

These roles are only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.

Please contact Chantal Ganesh on [email protected] for a confidential discussion or apply now.

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check.

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.