Packaging Team Leader

**Date**:3 Mar 2025

**Location**: Berri, Australia

**Company**:Accolade Wines

**About Us**:
At Accolade Wines, our purpose is to enrich everyday moments.

Our award-winning portfolio includes beloved brands such as Hardys, Grant Burge, St Hallett, Mud House, Jam Shed and many more. Having recently been voted **Employer of Choice 2024**, we are excited to continue our journey as one of the top wine companies in the world for market share.

**The Role**:
Accolade Wines is expanding its production operations to include an additional shift operation on one of our glass lines. As a **Packaging Line Operator**, you will be an essential part of our production team, ensuring the efficient and timely production of Glass products that meet our high-quality standards. The position reports into the Packaging Shift Manager and is based at our State of the Art Packaging facility in Berri, South Australia. We are looking for individuals who are eager to develop new skills and contribute to continuous improvement. We're looking for a Packaging Line Operator who demonstrates initiative, a strong work ethic, and a passion for mentoring and guiding teams that is looking to take on leadership responsibilities as they grow within the business.

This is a **permanent full-time** position.

**Role Responsibilities**:

- Safely and efficiently operate and monitor packaging equipment in line with our Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manufacturer’s specifications to ensure the smooth production of high-quality products.
- Proactively monitor equipment to ensure effective operation. In case of breakdowns or malfunctions, report issues promptly to the Packaging Shift Manager to minimize downtime and ensure continued productivity.
- Perform all tasks safely and efficiently, adhering to safety protocols, procedures, and best practices, ensuring that production targets and quality standards are met.
- Ensure a clean and hygienic working environment that aligns with company policies, procedures, and relevant hygiene standards, contributing to a safe and organized workplace.
- Take part in productivity improvement initiatives and contribute ideas to enhance production processes, productivity, and the overall efficiency of the packaging line.
- Participate in cross-functional training and development initiatives to learn new skills within different areas of the business, from machine operation to quality control.
- Ensure the final product meets required quality standards with mínimal defects and maximum efficiency, while continuously looking for ways to improve product quality.
- Comply with safety, food safety and quality requirements

**What You'll Bring**:

- Previous experience in a packaging, manufacturing, or production environment is desirable.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and the initiative to troubleshoot equipment and production challenges.
- Familiarity with safety standards and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
- Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate effectively in a team setting.
- Enthusiasm to participate in training and development programs to learn and grow across different areas of the business.
- A keen eye for detail, ensuring the product meets quality expectations and contributes to continuous improvement efforts.
- Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn new skills and take on new challenges within the business.
- Adaptable to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with a willingness to step outside of your comfort zone to grow professionally.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and management.
- Familiarity with safety and quality requirements
- A positive attitude toward feedback and continuous improvement.
- Good mechanical aptitude is desirable but not essential.
- Ability to work a three shift rotation
- Forklift licence is desirable but not essential

**What You'll Get**:
You will also have access to:

- Wine allowance and access to unique wine specials
- Loyalty Leave
- Accolade Wines Anniversary Day off
- Go Beyond Day - making a different in your local community
- Annual Flu Vaccination Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Various exclusive employee discounts
- Accolade Wines is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports diversity and sustainable initiatives._