Ready to take your next step as a Machine Operator in a production environment? Join Signet, a leading manufacturer in Wakerley, Brisbane, and become a valued part of our innovative soft plastics production team.
Whether you’re experienced or completely new to manufacturing if you’re eager to build a long-term career, learn new skills and grow with a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role:
You will be involved in all aspects of the Plastics production processes, including:
- Operating modern automated plastics extrusion, conversion and recycling machinery
- Manufacturing finished goods including plastic bags and stretch film
- Carrying out basic maintenance on machines
- Completing process control documentation accurately and diligently
This role operates on a rotating 4‑on / 4‑off roster with 12‑hour shifts:
- Day shift: 5:45 am – 5:45 pm
- Night shift: 5:45 pm – 5:45 am
About you:
We welcome applicants who are new to plastics manufacturing but have an interest in machine operation and a willingness to learn.
The successful applicant will ideally have:
- A can-do attitude and be a great team player
- Effective problem-solving skills
- A strong mechanical aptitude, safety and quality-focus
- A high attention to detail
- Experience in plastics, blown film or HACCP is welcome but not required.
We will provide:
- Comprehensive on‑the‑job training
- Support from experienced operators
- A structured development pathway
- Opportunities to complete formal qualifications
About Us:
Signet is a leading packaging company that is committed to delivering exceptional products and services. Over the past 55 years, we've grown into Australia's leading packaging company with a national footprint of production and warehouse facilities located in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Townsville and Perth.
As a member of the Signet team, you will be offered a range of benefits including:
- Additional week of annual leave for shift workers
- Entitled to shift loading
- Birthday Leave – Be paid to spend time with family, friends or with oneself doing the things you love on your birthday.
- Access to qualified Employee Assistance Program. Available 24/7/365.
- Length of service recognition program celebrates and rewards milestones with the Company. Our average tenure is 7 years.
- Employee of the Month Awards recognising employees who go above and beyond.
- Build up your social network and make lifelong friends through our monthly BBQs, social events and Christmas parties.
- A rewarding career with diverse opportunities and career progression.
- Paid Parental Leave
Please note applicants must have unlimited working rights in Australia; and must be able to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol examination before employment.
Signet is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity. We are a merit-based organisation that supports long-term sustainable employment in delivering a safe operation and environment.
