Production Operator - Fixed-term Contract
Founded in **** in Milan, Mapei is a leading global chemical manufacturing company serving the construction industry worldwide. We've contributed to some of the world's most important architectural and infrastructural projects, with over €4 billion turnover in **** and operations spanning 57 countries across 5 continents. The company employees over 13,000 staff worldwide.
Our Brisbane facility is truly state-of-the-art, producing over 57,000 tons of product annually and housing our R&D; laboratories, quality control facilities, training centre, and Australian Head Office. We're expanding into Victoria in **** with a new Melbourne site, creating exciting growth opportunities.
As a market leader, we're proud to be ranked among "World's Best Employers" by Forbes and Statista, recognized for our excellence in corporate impact, talent development, gender equality, and social responsibility.
About the Opportunity
As a
Production Operator
, you will be a critical member of the team. We currently have both day and afternoon shifts available. You'll be responsible for carrying out production tasks necessary for operating plant and equipment to control raw material blending and packaging for the processing of finished goods.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare and manage storage of raw materials for batching
Load the mixer with the raw materials
Operate the plant PLC system to produce products as set out within the production schedule
Operate the packaging line and ensure product quality and performance standards are met
Operate the forklift supplying raw material to the plant,



storing incoming raw materials and finished goods
Operate the small packaging line
Operate both the 1k and 10K liquid plants
Quality compliance: perform all tasks in line with our Quality Management System
About You
You are a reliable and organised professional who thrives in a fast-paced production setting. You take pride in accuracy and understand the importance of attention to detail in maintaining smooth operations. You're someone who enjoys working as part of a team while being able to work independently when required.
What You Bring
Familiarity with industrial environments and the ability to safely operate plant and equipment
Experience with stock, warehousing and the processing of raw materials
An ability to understand the operation of machinery, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, and the basic maintenance requirements of industrial equipment
A forklift license is compulsory for this position
Ability to follow all procedures and work instructions competently
Supervisory skills not necessary, but an advantage
Why Choose Mapei?
Job Security & Growth
Join a stable, growing company with 87 years of success and substantial expansion plans. Our upcoming Melbourne facility opening in **** creates exciting career advancement opportunities.
Global Recognition
Be part of a company recognized as one of the "World's Best Employers" by Forbes and Statista.
Competitive Package
We offer a competitive remuneration package designed to attract outstanding candidates, reflecting the pivotal nature of this role.
Location
Based at our Wacol Facility in Brisbane West.
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📌 Production Operator - Fixed-Term Contract (Queensland)
🏢 Mapei
📍 Queensland