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Production technician

Cairns
Visy
Production Engineer
Posted: 4 June
Offer description

Join a high-performing paper mill where your attitude, reliability and willingness to learn matter most. Develop real technical skills while keeping production running safely and efficiently at Smithfield!

Permanent Full Time position located in Smithfield with strong earning potential (~$110K annually). 12-hour rotating roster (4 on, 4 off - days & nights) with extended time off built in. Work 156 days of the year on roster, get additional OT on your scheduled leave!

Reporting to the Shift Foreman, you will be involved in operating, monitoring and maintaining large-scale machinery in a continuous manufacturing environment. This is a hands‐on role where you'll develop strong technical skills over time, supported by a structured training program.

What You Will Do
* Operate and monitor the paper machine to meet safety, quality and production targets
* Troubleshoot faults and support resolving equipment issues to minimise downtime
* Carry out routine machine checks and assist with preventative maintenance activities
* Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and environmental compliance
* Work collaboratively within a team and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
What You Will Bring To The Team
* Strong reliability and commitment - you show up, take ownership and follow through
* A positive attitude and genuine willingness to learn and develop new skills
* Mechanical aptitude or an interest in understanding how machinery works
* Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, trades or hands‐on environment is highly regarded
* Trade or technical qualifications are advantageous, but not essential
* Comfortable working a 12‐hour rotating roster (4 on, 4 off - days and nights)
* Able to work in a physically active, fast‐paced industrial environment
* Forklift experience desirable
What You'll Love When You Join Us

You'll be part of a supportive team with a strong focus on developing people - this is a role where you can build long‐term skills and grow your career in manufacturing.

* Work‐life balance: Work approximately half the year with extended breaks built into your roster
* Stable income with high earning potential: Annualised pay means consistent weekly earnings, regardless of roster pattern. Approx. $110K annually through structured roster and 12‐hour shifts
* Structured training: Comprehensive, site‐based training program supported by our Enterprise Agreement. Enjoy endless opportunities to develop your technical capability over time in a large‐scale operation
* Employee benefits: EAP, discounted health insurance and salary sacrifice options
About Visy

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 - predominantly in Australia and New Zealand.

Our large portfolio of products and brands make retailer buying easy. To achieve this, we source white label products, develop our own brands and seek to represent leading brand partners who value an effective and efficient service channel to deliver category solutions for retailers.

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

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.

Please note that only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position.

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