Furnace Operator

**Job no**: 509920

**Work type**: Full Time

**Location**: Melbourne - Inner

At Visy, we love solving problems. And that’s something we do better working together. We’re looking for people who see what’s ahead and run towards it. Visy people are helping us to achieve our vision to become the global leader in sustainable packaging. Because 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 Spotswood plant is 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 commence on day shift, working an average of 35 hrs pw over 7 days, and be prepared to be placed on shift once fully competent - Day, 6.45am to 3pm, Arvo, 2.45pm to 11pm and Night 10.45pm to 7am.

Reporting to the Shift Manager, key responsibilities include, but not be limited to:

- Adhere to all Work, Health & Environment policies, and procedures.
- Operate the furnace (including gas rig, change over dampers, combustion air fans, etc) automatically manually during power failures.
- Monitor and adjust furnace parameters as necessary to achieve good quality glass.
- Perform basic glass quality testing such as seed and blister counts, colour check, etc.
- Conduct batch house and furnace routine inspections and checks.
- Liaise with maintenance team for PMs and breakdowns.
- Attend to batch house and furnace alarms.
- Attend breakdowns throughout the batch and furnace department.
- Elevate raw material into silo. Direct truck delivery drivers on where to unload.
- Mobile plant operation - front end loader, counterbalance forklift, hoist.
- Maintain good level of housekeeping.

**What you will bring to the team**:

- Previous experience working in batch or furnace operations would be beneficial, alternatively, prior process operator experience working within a manufacturing environment.
- 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, and be physically fit and healthy.

**Benefits**:

- On the job development and training.
- Good safety record & supportive team culture.
- Competitive rates of pay and EA conditions.
- 8-hour shifts, 7-day shift pattern, day, afternoon, and nights shifts.
- Being part of an organisation that wants to solve problems and make a positive impact for the environment.
- A collection of health, wealth and lifestyle services and discounts.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

When you join Visy, you’re joining a global leader dedicated to making serious progress in the sustainable packaging and recycling industries. We love solving problems that make an impact and grow our business. If you think you can help us, you’ll fit right in.

Please contact Chantal Ganesh on 0498 666 434 for a confidential discussion or.

**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**: 06 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 10 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time