Leading Hand (Paper Manufacturing)
Job no: 510429
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney - West
- Be part of an innovative team that values collaboration and growth.
- Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference.
- Take advantage of Career growth opportunities
About the role:
As a Leading Hand in our Paper Production division at Visy Pulp & Paper, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our paper manufacturing processes. Reporting to the Production Foreman, you will lead a team of machine operators, overseeing all aspects of production to meet budget targets, maintain quality standards, and uphold safety and environmental compliance. This dynamic role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence in every aspect of paper production.
Duties:
- Lead efforts to achieve and improve production targets on a daily basis, providing technical support, troubleshooting complex production problems, and overseeing machinery set-ups to optimise efficiency.
- Maintain a high standard of quality by regularly checking process conditions against check sheets, monitoring final product parameters, and taking corrective action as needed to ensure adherence to customer specifications.
- Uphold all safety protocols and procedures, ensuring that personnel adhere to PPE requirements, conducting regular safety inspections, and participating in incident investigations to maintain a safe working environment.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the production team, assessing competency, delegating responsibilities, and providing ongoing training and support to ensure that employees perform to the required standard.
- Adhere to all environmental procedures and policies, implement actions to minimise environmental impact, and actively participate in discussions and initiatives aimed at promoting environmental stewardship within the organisation.
- Share information and new ideas with shift operators, attend meetings to discuss repair work and improvements, and collaborate with the machine supervisor and other team members to drive continuous improvement and ensure the efficient operation of the paper production process.
- Maintain accurate records of production activities, quality checks, and safety inspections, reporting any non-conforming products or safety incidents and implementing procedural changes resulting from corrective actions.
- Regularly manage and review the performance of shift operators, utilizing the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) system to identify and address performance or procedural issues, and liaising with the machine supervisor as needed to initiate disciplinary action or coordinate training programs.
What You Will Bring to the Team:
- Qualification in Production Management, or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience within a paper manufacturing environment - essential!
- Your proven ability to inspire and guide teams towards surpassing targets will drive our success.
- With deep expertise in paper manufacturing, you'll streamline processes and optimise machinery for efficiency.
- Your meticulous attention to detail ensures our products consistently meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Upholding safety protocols, you'll foster a secure work environment, safeguarding our team.
- Your dedication to sustainability aligns with our values, minimising our environmental impact.
- Your strong communication skills promote effective teamwork and innovation across departments.
- Your proactive approach ensures we meet production targets and drive continuous improvement.
In summary, your leadership, technical prowess, quality focus, safety commitment, environmental consciousness, team collaboration, and results-driven mindset will elevate our team's performance and uphold our standards of excellence in the paper industry.
When you join Visy, you’re joining a global leader dedicated to making serious progress in the sustainable packaging, recycling, re-manufacturing and logistics industries. We love solving the problems that make an impact and grow our business. If you think you can help us, you’ll fit right in!
Please contact Anelle Mackinlay on anelle.mackinlay@visy.com for a confidential discussion or apply now.
- 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.
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