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As Divisional Quality Assurance Manager you will be accountable for the effectiveness and efficiency of Quality management systems across Pact's Dairy, Beverage and Caps sites in Victoria as well as Canningvale and Brendale.As part of the site leadership team, you work closely with Operations Manager to proactively address quality concerns and facilitate solutions that lead to customer satisfaction and reduced plant costs. Working with an experienced and driven team of quality technicians, your primary focus will be to drive quality initiatives and process through engagement of employees at all levels, acting as the catalyst for change and continual improvement.  Solutions driven, you pride yourself in your ability to critically analyse problems, identifying root cause resulting in risk mitigation.Your key responsibilities will be to: <ul><li>Coach and support the site Quality Managers/coordinators to ensure consistent adherence to quality standards throughout the manufacturing process and meet customers’ quality requirements. </li><li>Drive adherence to the QMS and ensure compliance with ISO 22000:2018 and FSSC systems.</li><li>Lead compliance with FSSC, HACCP plans, GMP, cleaning and hygiene standards and zoning controls.</li><li>Establish integrated quality policies, procedures, and best quality practices in closure, dairy and beverage sites. </li><li>Ensure compliance with regulations, and industry standards, conduct audits to verify adherence and coordinate with certification bodies and customers.</li><li>Oversee the evaluation and laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure they meet specified quality standards. </li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize processes. </li><li>Utilize Quality Management Tools to support, monitor, and manage quality performance and documentation.</li><li>Contribute and collaborate as a member of the PACT Closure, Dairy and Beverage leadership team, managing technical and quality engagement with customers, vendors, and auditors (external and internal).</li></ul>Your skills and experience<ul><li>Proven leadership experience in quality assurance in a food manufacturing or packaging or regulated industry. </li><li>Knowledge of FSSC 22000 certification requirements &amp; understanding of ISO 22000:2018 certification</li><li>Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field. (Master's degree preferred)</li><li>Certification in quality management (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Auditor, Certified Quality Engineer) preferred.</li><li>Proven ability to manage external audit processes and non-conformance QA response systems.</li><li>Visible belief and demonstrated leadership in a Zero Harm culture</li><li>Ability to remain resilient, calm and composed when under pressure.</li><li>Ability to engage and influence others.</li></ul>About usOur vision is to lead the circular economy through packaging, reuse and recycling solutions. It’s a future-driven group commitment, designed to create lasting value.We’re the largest plastics recycler in Australia and New Zealand and one of the region’s biggest user of recycled materials. We have 6,000+ team members, operate 110 manufacturing facilities across 15 countries, and our customers include some of the world’s largest brands that consumers know and trust.As a global leader in circular and sustainable packaging solutions, we’ve committed to lead the circular economy through a $500 million investment plan. For us, it’s about finding new and better ways of doing things. Ways to grow business, to give back to the environment and to enrich people’s lives every day.Our promise is to create a better and more prosperous world all round.That’s our future Pact. Let’s lead the way together.

Divisional Quality Manager

The location of this position is flexible – either in Auckland, Christchurch or HamiltonThis role is the key Finance partner for allocated businesses or segment/s, providing a financial lens to the formulation and delivery of the business plans and overall Divisional strategy.You will provide clear insight into the performance drivers and operations of the business, identify risk and opportunities, and bring a healthy balance of challenge and partnership to your business leaders.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>P&amp;L and Balance Sheet – Accountable for the division/business P&amp;L and balance sheet reporting. Work collaboratively with the Finance team and the specialist (CoEs).</li><li>Partner with business leaders to enable sound decision-making through analysis, experience, and collaboration, leveraging the specialist Centres of Excellence teams as enablers.</li><li>Be accountable for connecting the business and its leaders to the technical/centralised Finance teams (FP&amp;A, Manufacturing Finance, Tax, Treasury, and Shared Services) to ensure the divisional context is understood and the cyclical Finance activities are delivered effectively and consistently.</li><li>Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting</li><li>Participate in setting Working Capital targets and monitor segment/divisional performance, including risks and opportunities.</li><li>Perform key analysis of profitability and business opportunities across areas such as customers, products, services, pricing, assets, utilisation, and labour productivity.</li></ul>To be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>Expert level financial analysis skills and experience with the ability to turn business analysis into insights and clearly articulate these to Finance and non-Finance stakeholders.</li><li>5+ years of experience working in a fast-moving business environment, with at least 3-5 years of financial management experience and 3-5 years of commercial Finance experience.</li><li>Experience in pricing and negotiation, sounds understanding of management accounting.</li><li>Demonstrated experience from working in cross-functional teams, with Finance and other stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in driving process improvement.</li><li>Experience supporting M&amp;A activities including integrations and separations.</li></ul>

Finance Business Partner

Our legal team provides commercially focused legal support across the operational and functional divisions of the Pact business on a broad range of subject matters.Senior Legal Counsel partner closely with all areas of our business and external advisors and will work as part of a small, dynamic and supportive team of in-house lawyers, who are committed to business improvement and innovation.Reporting to the General Counsel &amp; Company Secretary, your role sits within the group structure and as such is part of a legal team with a global remit. You will, either directly or with the support of external lawyers, be responsible for negotiating contracts with new and existing customers and suppliers, managing disputes, providing ad-hoc legal advice on a wide variety of subjects and assisting the preparation of transaction documentation for mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate projects. You will also be responsible for helping to establish a pro-active approach to legal risk and compliance across the business.Your key responsibilities will be to support and advise in the following areas;<ul><li>Commercial Contracting </li><li>General legal advice</li><li>Dispute resolution</li><li>Regulatory support and advice</li><li>Project and M&amp;A </li><li>Legal continuous improvement</li><li>drafting, negotiating, finalising and implementing a range of commercial arrangements such as supply and procurement agreements; capital works projects; licence arrangements;</li><li>providing advice on how best to structure commercial relationships with Pact’s counterparties and the benefits and risks of certain contractual positions.</li><li>managing insurance claim disputes.</li></ul>Your skills and experience<ul><li>Prior experience (8+ years) in general commercial law in a private practice or in house environment;</li><li>Experience in FMCG, property, competition, dispute resolution, IP, OHS, HR/IR or IT would be advantageous but not essential;</li><li>Experience in advising on legal matters in Asia would be advantageous but not essential;</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication, with ability to adjust style appropriate to the audience;</li><li>Ability to quickly form working relationships and gain credibility with senior management;</li><li>Ability to work autonomously and with the support of other members of the legal team as required;</li><li>Ability to appreciate the strategic and commercial implications of decisions and the impact on the business;</li><li>Innovative, enthusiastic and versatile with a proactive ‘problem-solving’ approach to practice; and</li><li>Professionalism, integrity, and ability to maintain confidentiality is essential..</li></ul>

Senior Legal Counsel

About this opportunity We are seeking an experienced and proactive Sales Manager – Personal Care to manage and grow key customer accounts in the Personal Care segment. This is a dynamic role involving end-to-end account management, internal cross-functional coordination, and strategic customer engagement. The role also includes a component of business development with both existing and new clients, contributing to the overall growth of the Personal Care portfolio.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Develop and manage key Personal Care customer accounts, serving as the primary point of contact.</li><li>Build strong relationships with customers’ Procurement, NPD, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams.</li><li>Develop strategic account plans with a forward-looking perspective, aligned with customer objectives.</li><li>Conduct regular business review meetings to assess performance, identify opportunities, and drive customer satisfaction.</li><li>Lead customer engagement across NPD (New Product Development) and EPD (Existing Product Development) projects.</li><li>Drive customer retention initiatives and deliver excellent service to maintain long-term relationships.</li><li>Collaborate closely with internal teams including NPD, Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality to ensure seamless project execution and supply performance.</li><li>Contribute accurate demand forecasts and updates into the S&amp;OP (Sales &amp; Operations Planning) process to support production planning and inventory management.</li><li>Work with the Finance team on timely pricing reviews, contract updates, and commercial terms.</li><li>Act as the internal voice of the customer to align cross-functional teams with project goals and customer expectations.</li><li>Identify opportunities for account growth and extension of product ranges with existing customers.</li><li>Work closely with the Marketing Manager to analyse market trends, identify white spaces, and shape value propositions.</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li> Solid experience in FMCG account management, preferably in Personal Care or related sectors.</li><li>Proven ability to manage complex customer relationships and deliver commercial outcomes.</li><li>Strong understanding of product development processes, commercial finance, and supply chain dynamics.</li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strategic thinker with a hands-on, results-driven approach.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field.</li></ul>

Sales Manager

About this opportunity The primary purpose of the Fitter is to provide production support on plant machinery, including breakdown troubleshooting, project implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is part of a maintenance team covering 24-hour operations, 5 days a week, with additional support for weekend production as requiredYour key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Maintenance and Repair</li><li>Perform routine maintenance and repairs on manufacturing equipment and machinery to ensure optimal operation.</li><li>Maintain assigned Site services including, .</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of maintenance processes to support operational goals.</li><li>Coordinate with the production team to minimize downtime and ensure effective support for safety, quality, and operational improvements</li><li>Installation</li><li>Install, assemble and test new machinery and equipment as required, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.</li><li>Collaborate with OEM manufacturers to install and commission equipment.</li><li>Troubleshooting</li><li>Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues promptly to minimize downtime.</li><li>Perform fault finding and troubleshooting on a range of specialized equipment, including .</li><li>Perform Root Cause Analysis on all critical failures of plant and ensure action items derived are implemented and sustained</li><li>Safety Compliance</li><li>Ensure all equipment complies with Australian Safety Standards.</li><li>Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations, conducting regular safety inspections and risk assessments.</li><li>Documentation:</li><li>Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work, including parts used and time spent.</li><li> </li><li>Key Deliverables / Business Outcomes</li><li>Reliable and well-maintained machinery and equipment.</li><li>Reduced production downtime through effective maintenance and troubleshooting.</li><li>Compliance with safety standards and regulations.</li><li>Decision Making</li><li>Prioritize work based on production needs and safety considerations.</li><li>Make autonomous decisions regarding fault finding and troubleshooting.</li><li>Plan and execute maintenance activities to minimize production downtime</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Prior experience in latest technology and automation within a manufacturing environment</li><li>General mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance &amp; repairs on manufacturing production lines</li><li>Proven ability to problem solves for emergency maintenance and repair.</li><li>A team player with a positive, self-motivated and proactive attitude is essential.</li><li>Able to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.</li><li>Stock control of relevant spare parts</li></ul>

Mechanical Fitter

About this opportunity We specialise in the manufacture and supply of rigid plastic and metal packaging servicing for the consumer and industrial sectors.As Planning Manager and part of the site leadership team, you will manage all supply chain activities at the Mulgrave site, including planning, purchasing and logistics, ensuring all customers’ requirements for a reliable supply of products are met in accordance with forecasts and orders. You will also be accountable for production planning, purchasing and working with other members of the site to cooperatively manage the overall plant production plan. You will  oversee daily warehouse operations, including coordinating loading schedules, handling inwards and outwards goods, and ensuring efficient stock control. This role also includes administrative responsibilities to support warehouse operations, such as data entry, reporting, and inventory management using SAP. The Planning Manager will also be responsible for conducting T1 daily meetings and presenting data at T2 daily meetings on all planning and warehouse issues. This role will work closely with the site manager in managing and scheduling warehouse staff.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Provide safety leadership to team and crews with regular participation in hazard ID and WHSE campaigns that actively drive a culture of behavioural safety.</li><li>Develop and regularly update the overall production schedule for sites that integrates sales forecasts, plant capability, inventory holdings, raw material supply and maintenance requirements into a short-term plan that meets customer’s needs and forms the basis for the plant manufacturing business plan.</li><li>Work with Site Engineering Manager to allow machine time to plan schedule maintenance.</li><li>Review the daily delivery schedule report and notify all relevant parties about late deliveries.</li><li>Monitor production output, inventory, customer orders / forecasts, material supplies and trends in the above to ensure all customers’ requirements are met. (weekly dashboard)</li><li>Attend Weekly / Monthly Resin Forecast review with Divisional Supply Chain Manager </li><li>Creates all new product codes and maintain accurate BOM’s &amp; Routes for the planning system.</li><li>Maintain Manufacturing Orders from the raising to completion – Job costing process.</li><li>Enter customer forecast into V200</li><li>Lead sites inventory stocktake schedule.</li><li>Create of Purchase Orders based on MRP requirements (daily)</li><li>Track &amp; following up on POs imminently due &amp; overdue (both imported and local - daily).</li><li>Oversee the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods to ensure smooth operations.</li><li>Coordinate and manage load schedules for inbound and outbound shipments.</li><li>Ensure all goods are received, handled, and dispatched accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Manage the forecast compilation process, which includes owning the short-term weekly plan and the long-term forecast (three or more months)</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>Depth of experience in a Planning leadership role within a 24/5 manufacturing environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge in ERP systems SAP preferably</li><li>High computer skills in MS Office, Excel, Word and Emails</li><li>Personal drive and results-orientation.</li><li>Ability to work outside standard hours when required.</li><li>Visible belief and demonstrated leadership in a Zero Harm culture.</li><li>Ability to remain resilient, calm and composed when under pressure.</li></ul>

Planning Manager

About this opportunity We specialise in the manufacture and supply of rigid plastic and metal packaging servicing for the consumer and industrial sectors.Reporting to the Site Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations across all three operating shifts (day, afternoon and night) and ensuring optimal production performance by driving machine reliability and maximising labour efficiency.The Production Manager is accountable for the daily optimisation of the extrusion assets and ensuring the efficient and cost-effective use of labour to manage the assets, ensuring minimal downtime to maximise productivity whilst meeting production schedules in a high safety and quality focused manufacturing environment.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Lead and develop the team, with a focus on identifying, developing and creating a culture of open communication and collaboration</li><li>Champion a safety-first culture that actively drives a culture of behavioural safety and preventative safety measures and activities</li><li>Ensure quality standards are achieved and customer expectations and requirements are met</li><li>Lead and manage the manufacturing activities to achieve the most effective outcome in support of the business objectives.</li><li>Ensure all standards ISO, HACCP and GMP standards and practices are achieved.</li><li>Collaborate with quality assurance team to ensure production processes meet or exceed quality standards for all products</li><li>Perform minor machine changes and adjustments if required and understand the difference between sub-optimal and optimal line set-ups</li><li>Support the service teams, maintenance, and mould change to ensure production plans are meet</li><li>Work with the maintenance team to support the development and implementation of preventive maintenance schedules to ensure improvements in machinery</li><li>Ensure the optimisation of labour allocation through efficient planning of work and ensuring the right skills are available to support daily production requirements.</li><li>Actively drive reliability of assets by ensuring equipment is running at optimal performance</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>Previous experience in a 24/7 manufacturing/production environment (minimum of 5 years)</li><li>Previous experience in leading, motivating and managing a team in a manufacturing environment</li><li>Proven experience in trouble shooting, problem solving, influencing and conflict resolution</li><li>Excellent time management skills</li><li>Strong problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills</li></ul>

Production Manager

About this opportunity We specialise in the manufacture and supply of rigid plastic and metal packaging servicing for the consumer and industrial sectors.The Supply Planning Manager is wholly accountable for working cross-functionally with our manufacturing, distribution, supply chain and customer service teams to coordinate the timely release of production schedules, each with their unique complexities and constraints, and to ensure our products are produced on time, every time.Through your proactive and critical thinking mindset, as Supply Planning Manager you will be accountable for:Production Plans (in SAP) including the Planning schedule with the production and maintenance teams to ensure orders are delivered in-full and on-time and by taking an active role in the Supply &amp; Operational Execution (S&amp;OE) rhythm. Working closely with other departments ensure production plans fulfil customer requirements with timely throughout, you will also maintain master data integrity and coordinate resources and work with internal and external contacts to ensure on time and quality production is delivered.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Create consistently predictable schedules for the plant, built within the scope of the agreed planning guidelines, based on the requirements set out by the Supply Chain Manager, and optimising plant efficiencies. </li><li>Plan and review resin requirements and materials ordering and planning</li><li>Work with the sales team on customer priorities and revised dates for open orders.</li><li>Work closely with the maintenance department to incorporate the preventative maintenance plan to the production schedule.</li><li>Work closely with the Materials Planner to ensure materials are ordered and delivered om time</li><li>Work closely with the Supply Chain Manager to ensure production planning information is up to date and MPS reflects current data.</li><li>A Key participant in making decisions/giving recommendations for Daily Production meetings, steering plant schedules to alignment.</li><li>Manage to finish material inventory levels, order finishing material stock (pallets, etc.), and liaise with suppliers &amp; sites regarding timely supply and inventory levels</li><li>Coordinate and manage routine stock take in line with the Pact Policy and ensuring all updates are captured in SAP.</li><li>Provide input, analysis, reporting and recommendations on the shape of Inventory to support planned sales.</li><li>Provide insights for inventory holdings based on supply chain risks, sound understanding of site requirements, contractual obligations, and available warehouse space</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>6+ years' experience in a similar role, ideally within the FMCG, manufacturing or distribution industries</li><li>Experience in ERP systems (preferable SAP) and strong computer and excel skills (advanced technical understanding of planning and ordering to a manufacturing production schedule)</li><li>High level of organisational skills and attention to detail </li><li>Ability to understand, anticipate and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Strong communication skills at the appropriate level or all stakeholders - active listening, written, verbal and formal presentations as required.</li><li>Ability to prioritise, multitask and work cross functionally.</li><li>Strong understanding of manufacturing operations.</li><li>Be able to lead by example</li><li>Agile, responsive, and good under pressure</li></ul>

Supply Planning Manager

Based at Seven Hills, you will be a key Finance partner for your Segment/s within Pact's Industrial packaging division providing a financial lens to the formulation and delivery of the Segment plans and overall Divisional strategy. You will provide clear insight into the performance drivers and operations of the Segment, identify risk and opportunities, and bring a healthy balance of challenge and partnership to your business leaders, including General Managers (GMs) and the Divisional Executive General Manager (EGM).You are a trusted commercial advisor and the primary interface between your Divisional/Segment team, group Finance and the technical Finance Centres of Excellence.You provide the context and the Divisional perspective that brings to life recurring Finance activities such as planning, budgeting and forecasting. You provide key support in commercial negotiations, business analysis and development of insights, projects and M&amp;A activities.You are a strong leader in the Finance community, striving for the development and application of best practice and effective, efficient interfaces between the various Finance functions. You support PACT Group’s efforts to towards continuous improvements in our ways of working and in the value that Finance delivers to theMain Accountabilities:<ul><li>Safety - Displaying an unrelenting focus on improving our safety culture. Your behavioural leadership is genuine and highly visible.</li><li>P/L and Balance Sheet – accountable for the Division/Segment P&amp;L and balance sheet reporting. </li><li>Business partnering – partner your respective Division/Segment leaders to enable sound decision making through analysis, experience and collaboration, leveraging the specialist Centres of Excellence teams as an enabler. </li><li>Leverage the broader Finance technical and group functions – you are accountable for connecting your Division/Segment and its leaders to the technical/centralised Finance teams (FP&amp;A, Manufacturing Finance, Tax, Treasury and Shared Services) to ensure your divisional context is understood, the cyclical Finance activities are delivered effectively and consistently in line with group-wide standards and policies. </li><li>Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting – Provide a financial lens on planning for Pact's Industrial Division, providing data, insights and challenge. Support leaders through the budget process, defining financial and commercial requirements for strategic projects and investments.</li><li>Cash and capital - Participate in setting Working Capital targets and monitor Segment/Divisional performance, incl risks and opportunities. Support the preparation of the Divisional CAPEX plan, including one-off business cases. </li><li>Projects and M&amp;A activity – strategic partner to the Segment/Divisional leaders on key commercial negotiations including major contracts, product and service development and M&amp;A activity, in conjunction with the group Finance and group strategy teams.</li><li>Business analysis and insight – Perform key analysis of profitability and business opportunities across areas such as customers, products, /services, /pricing, /assets, utilisation and labour productivity. Perform recurring and ad-hoc analysis and drive methodology and tools to create insights for the Division.</li><li>Controls and compliance - Ensure that appropriate internal controls are implemented and adhered to throughout the Division and comply with Accounting Standards and Corporate Governance. Support a culture of transparency and good governance.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Experience<ul><li>Demonstrated previous experience in a 24/7 manufacturing/production environment </li><li>Previous experience in leading and motivating a team in a manufacturing environment</li><li>Proven experience in trouble shooting, problem solving, influencing and conflict resolution</li><li>Excellent time management skills</li><li>Strong problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills</li></ul>

About this opportunityAs Manufacturing Manager at Pact's Moorebank Steri-Plas site, you will safely leading and manage direct reports and ensure the site’s processes are compliant with all PACT policy and practice procedures.In this role, you will lead and be accountable for the initiatives required to achieve delivery of the site cost budget while using a continuous improvement outlook.  The role is accountable for P&amp;L cost lines, achieved through production forecasting (S&amp;OP), driving, and improving Safety outcomes, Operational Excellence, Supply Chain and Reliability across the site. The role oversees functional areas and their associated personnel roles which are required to deliver these outcomes. Ongoing compliance with all safety, quality, performance, and people’s Key Performance Indicators are key measures of success that ensures the site adopts a culture of continuous improvement and customer focus on a consistent basis.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Promote and drive a safety culture focused on continually improving safety and ensure that safety before production is practice  </li><li>Maintain quality standards and controls to manufacture and produce packaging solutions that meet customer ISO 22716 &amp; ISO 9001:2015 expectations and requirements</li><li>Manage the technical and quality interactions with site production employees and ensure a customer focus.</li><li>Ensure production plans are adhered to and engage WHS and Quality resources in planning processes.</li><li>People Leadership and Workforce Planning</li><li>Ensure we have the right skills in the right place at the right time and proactively addressing skill and/or performance gaps within the team.</li><li>Implement supply chain improvement initiatives, ensuring the improvement of forecast accuracy and inventory levels</li><li>Take full accountability to deliver the budgeted P&amp;L cost outcomes for the business unit. Ensure a robust S&amp;OP process is implemented and business improvement plans to deliver PIP long term.</li><li>Manage the entire manufacturing process and ensure site is continuously improving and delivering a reliable and efficient operational result.</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li> Depth of leadership experience operating at a site management level, in an industrial manufacturing operation and a P&amp;L profit centre environment</li><li>Experience in driving cost reduction through a continuous improvement strategy</li><li>Demonstrated ability in leading S&amp;OP process</li><li>Experience and demonstrated understanding of practical application of Operational Excellence down to the shop-floor level.</li><li>Leadership experience at delivering safety and cultural change in an industrial or manufacturing environment</li><li>Proven people leadership, talent development and change management experience with a collaborative and enabling approach.</li></ul>

Manufacturing Manager

About this opportunity The Assistant Leading Hand is responsible for assisting their shift Leading Hand to oversee all activities and  team on the production floor. Directly reporting to their shift Leading Hand, working closely with and accountable to the site Quality Officer.Hours of work: 15:00 to 23:00 Mon-FriPOSITION DESCRIPTION:An employee in this position is responsible for:<ul><li>Assigning and coordinating the tasks for their shift production team.</li><li>Machine operation; ensure machines operate efficiently and produce conforming product.</li><li>Conducting product testing and making the necessary process adjustments of the machine when testing indicates that it is required.</li><li>Conduct all operations in such a manner as to comply with WHS requirements.</li><li>Conduct all operations which comply with Food Safety requirements.</li><li>Conduct all operations in such a manner as to comply with Quality Standards.</li></ul>Your skills and experienceAs an experienced Machine Operator, you will be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and pay excellent attention to detail. To succeed, you will also possess the following:<ul><li>Previous machine operation experience (Blow moulding experience preferred though not essential)</li><li>Mechanical aptitude</li><li>Capable of troubleshooting and resolving problems at the root cause and the ability to make minor machine adjustments to address efficiency and product non-conformances with the use of small hand tools</li><li>Strong focus on safety and able to apply methodologies to improve processes</li><li>A commitment to quality</li><li>Good written &amp; verbal communication skills</li><li>Some understanding of HACCP &amp; GMP </li><li>Reliable, punctual, and available to work weekends </li><li>Hold a current NSW forklift license or be willing to obtain one</li></ul>

Assistant Leading Hand

About this opportunity Reporting through to the Shift Leader, the Operator role is responsible for delivery of WHSE, Quality, and Production on each shift.  Working Morning shift 7am – 3pm. The Operator will be trained efficiently in areas such as Quality and WHSE and will be accountable for following work instructions in each area.  The Operator role will be required to escalate any issues on the line and engage the Shift Leader if input from the Maintenance team is required.  The operator role will play a key role in delivering a Continuous Improvement mindset and initiatives to process 28,000 tonnes of baled post-consumer plastics per annum for conversion into food grade resin.  Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>The Operator is accountable for all aspects of their work area; WHSE, Quality, housekeeping, and shift handover; </li><li>Comply with WHSE procedures and directions and follow reasonable instructions, working towards Goal Zero at all times </li><li>Undertake duties safely and contribute to the safety of others through involvement in BOP’s, Risk Assessments, and Incident Reporting </li><li>Provide relevant licences and permits to supervisor where required </li><li>Actively participate in all Company training on Quality Policies and Procedures, and upholding those standards at all times </li><li>Contribute to product quality through inspection and testing where specified on Operators Instruction sheets </li><li>Advise Supervisors or Technicians promptly of WHSE, Quality, Maintenance or People issues </li><li>Work effectively to ensure quality products are produced in a timely manner and in a cost-effective way. </li><li>Communicate to the oncoming shift any relevant information necessary to maintain a safe workplace which produces quality produce, in line with customer specifications  </li><li>Housekeeping of workstations during shift, with a final clean up at the end of the shift. </li><li>Be an active member of the operations team through open &amp; honest communication </li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>Min. 2 years relevant experience in a 24/5 operation can be helpful. </li><li>Experience in  post-consumer plastics recycling and/or other plastics recycling highly regarded </li><li>Superior communication skills. A team player, with the ability to communicate and connect across all levels at Site </li><li>Demonstrated experience of working within &amp; actively contributing to a Continuous Improvement environment </li><li>Demonstrated experience in working within highly automated facilities, using the latest technology </li><li>Lean operations experience  </li><li>Working actively with management to create a culture of continuous improvement </li><li>Manufacturing and plastic recycling experience </li></ul>Creating a sense of urgency and commitment to results and outcome delivery <ul><li>The successful candidate is highly results-oriented and focused on bringing strategies to implementation. S/he is energized by a challenge and able to set and deliver against goals both for self and for a team. Importantly, s/he will have a track-record of delivering change in complex environments and understands when to escalate to management </li></ul>Demonstrating ability to work within a team <ul><li>The successful candidate must be a ‘roll-up-the-sleeves’ team player who can engage and work harmoniously with peers to drive results. </li></ul>Motivating stakeholders across the value chain <ul><li>The successful candidate will be a strong, collaborative communicator, able to build relationships effectively. S/he should be able to present ideas openly with the ability work with all levels of.</li></ul>Inspiring change and continuous improvement <ul><li>A very capable team player, the successful candidate will be adept at challenging the status quo, understanding the need for change, and actively contributing to a continuous improvement environment.</li></ul>

Operator - Wash line/Sorter

Viscount reuse is a dynamic growth business focused on elimination of single use packaging in the food supply chain. We’re looking for a hands-on and experienced technical professional to join our team as a National Technical Manager based in Erskine Park, Sydney. In this role, you’ll support our sites across Australia (and occasionally New Zealand) by improving how we maintain and run our equipment. You’ll be the go-to person for maintenance systems, spare parts, and technical problem-solving. You’ll also help train site teams, manage service visits from equipment suppliers, and lead national improvement projects that make our operations safer and more reliable.If you’ve got experience in mechanical or electrical engineering and maintenance—especially in manufacturing—and you’re confident using systems like Excel or MEX (or keen to learn), this could be a great next step. We’re after someone who enjoys solving problems, working with people, and getting things done. You’ll need to be organised, a good communicator, and ready to take the lead on technical challenges. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintenance Leadership: Champion best practices, optimize schedules, and lead maintenance forums.</li><li>Spare Parts Management: Oversee critical and non-critical spares, ensuring accuracy, layout, and control.</li><li>Technical Training: Upskill site managers and technicians in maintenance, MEX systems, and spare parts processes.</li><li>OEM &amp; Supplier Coordination: Manage service contracts and act as the key liaison for technical support.</li><li>Project Management: Lead national upgrades, from scoping and quoting to commissioning and handover.</li><li>Operational Excellence: Drive problem-solving initiatives and standardize maintenance practices across sites.</li></ul>What You’ll Bring<ul><li>Proven experience in FMCG manufacturing, maintenance, or line management.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and a bias for action.</li><li>Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with MEX (training provided if needed).</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>A passion for continuous improvement and collaborative problem-solving.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Be part of a national leadership team influencing operations across Australia and New Zealand.</li><li>Work in a dynamic, supportive environment that values innovation and initiative.</li><li>Lead impactful projects that shape the future of our operations.</li></ul>Ready to take the next step in your technical leadership career? Apply now and help us build a more reliable, efficient, and innovative future.

National Technical Manager - VPS

Circular Plastics Australia was formed by a unique industry partnership determined to provide more sustainable packaging solutions. We have leveraged the unique skills and complementary expertise of each like minded joint venture partner to build scaled end-to-end solutions that will successfully accelerate a local circular economy.About this opportunityWe are looking for people who are flexible for Day and Afternoon shift operations. Your role will be 12 hours roster usually (8 hours roster if required) operations at this Greenfields, state of the art rHDPE/PP recycling facility.  You will be trained efficiently in areas such as Quality and WHSE and will be accountable for following work instructions in each area.You will play a key role in delivering a Continuous Imp 12 hours roster usually (8 hours roster if required) movement mindset and initiatives to process up to 25,000 tonnes of baled post-consumer HDPE/PP per annum for conversion into food grade rHDPE resin.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Comply with WHSE procedures and directions and follow reasonable instructions, always working towards Goal Zero.</li><li>Undertake duties safely and contribute to the safety of others through involvement in BOP’s, Risk Assessments, and Incident Reporting</li><li>Provide relevant licences and permits to supervisor where required.</li><li>Contribute to product quality through inspection and testing where specified on Operators Instruction sheets.</li><li>Advise Supervisors or Technicians promptly of WHSE, Quality, Maintenance or People issues.</li><li>Work effectively to ensure quality products are produced in a timely manner and in a cost-effective way.</li><li>Housekeeping of workstations during shift, with a final clean up at the end of the shift.</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>Have experience working in or want to work in 24/5 and later 24/7 operations.</li><li>Have experience working within extrusion, blow/injection moulding or thermoforming within plastics manufacturing environment.  </li><li>Mechanical aptitude.</li><li>Adjust, calibrate, and test equipment at the beginning of every shift to ensure proper pressure, speed, temperature, and general operation.</li><li>Ability to learn new processes quickly and trouble shoot issues whilst maintaining quality standards.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment safety, effectively and productively.</li><li>Have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment.</li><li>Superior communication skills. A team player, with the ability to communicate and connect across all levels at Site.</li></ul>           Valid Australia Work Right Entitlements are required.

Production Extrusion Operator

We’re seeking a mechanically inclined individual to join our operations team, delivering technical support primarily within the PET department, with additional responsibilities in injection moulding and blow moulding as needed. This role is key to maintaining the smooth operation of production machinery and processes, ensuring we consistently meet customer expectations—without compromising team safety.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Execute die changes on all PET equipment, including setup of associated ancillary systems.</li><li>Support die and colour changes in injection and blow moulding departments, ensuring proper setup and alignment when required.</li><li>Verify product quality at start-up and throughout production to meet specifications.</li><li>Contribute to the efficient running of the production floor and support continuous improvement efforts.</li><li>Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on machinery and equipment.</li><li>Troubleshoot equipment, tooling, and ancillary systems to reduce downtime and maintain productivity.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>$30.00 to $40.00 per hour (depending on experience) + 1.5x O/T + shift allowance</li><li>Work visa and settlement support for International Die Setters.</li><li>Discounted health insurance premiums through Southern Cross.</li><li>Free annual flu vaccinations.</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP - RAISE) for confidential counselling.</li><li>Career opportunities within the Pact Group.</li><li>Free on-site car parking.</li></ul>Your skills and experience:<ul><li>3 years previous experience as a PET die setter/fitter (PET processing &amp; Injection/Blow Molding experience.</li><li>Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot and perform basic repairs. </li><li>Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality products. </li><li>Strong communication skills to coordinate with production teams and engineers. </li><li>Adherence to safety protocols and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment </li></ul>

Plastics Technician - Die Setter (PET)

About this opportunity We are seeking a passionate and proactive HSES professional to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact by connecting site-level operations with divisional and group-level HSES initiatives. You’ll play a key role in implementing our Group HSES Systems while ensuring compliance with all relevant Australian health, safety, environmental, and sustainability standards.This position supports two of our sites – Wacol &amp; Sumner parkYour key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement effective corrective actions.</li><li>Provide expert guidance and support to both management and team members on all HSES matters.</li><li>Lead thorough and timely incident investigations, ensuring compliance with Australian legislative requirements.</li><li>Stay up to date with changes in legislation and industry standards, updating policies and procedures accordingly.</li><li>Design and deliver engaging training programs to build awareness and capability in HSES practices across the workforce.</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>Proven experience in HSES management within a manufacturing or industrial environment in Australia.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Australian HSES legislation and best practices.</li><li>Analytical thinking and the ability to interpret data to drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the confidence to lead cross-functional teams.</li><li>Experience in risk assessment and incident investigation methodologies.</li><li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.</li></ul>

HSES Advisor

About this opportunity The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for managing and optimising the demand planning process within PACT Group, post-IBP (Integrated Business Planning) implementation. This role involves developing accurate demand forecasts, collaborating with various departments, and ensuring the efficient alignment of supply chain activities to meet business objectives.Your key responsibilities will be:<ul><li>Demand Forecasting: Develop and manage demand forecasts using advanced statistical models and market analysis to ensure accurate predictions of customer demand.</li><li>Collaboration: Work closely with sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain teams to align demand plans with business goals and objectives.</li><li>Trend Analysis: Monitor and analyse demand trends, identifying potential risks and opportunities to adjust forecasts and plans accordingly.</li><li>IBP Implementation: Implement and maintain demand planning tools and systems as part of the IBP process, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.</li><li>Team Leadership: Lead the demand planning team, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.</li><li>Communication: Communicate demand plans and insights to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment across the organisation.</li><li>Process Improvement: Continuously improve demand planning processes and methodologies to enhance accuracy and efficiency.</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and statistical skills for accurate demand forecasting.</li><li> Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SAP, Oracle).</li><li>Strong organisational and project management skills.</li><li>Strategic Thinking: Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and drive continuous improvement.</li><li> Demonstrated Leadership capability and management skills: </li><li>Influence: Ability to influence and drive change across the organisation.</li><li>Excellent presentation, reporting, and communication skills.</li><li>Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li></ul>

IBP and Demand Planning Manager

Our Pact Packaging division is pioneering a whole of product life cycle approach to sustainable packaging. Partnering with global brands to local dairy producers, we integrate supply chain efficiencies and sustainable practices into everything we design and manufacture.About this opportunity We specialise in the manufacture and supply of rigid plastic and metal packaging servicing for the consumer and industrial sectors.As Supply and Demand Planner, you will perform a pivotal role as the conduit between supply planning and manufacturing scheduling.This includes forecasting, demand &amp; supply planning as well as the S&amp;OP process to unlock capacity and maximise plant performance.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Machining</li><li>Perform lathe operations</li><li>Perform milling operations</li><li>Perform grinding operations</li><li>Perform Fabrication operations including welding when required</li><li>Perform complex grinding operations</li><li>Operates machines to make parts and tools</li><li>Uses a range of machinery operations including semi-automatic and automatic processes as well as hand tools to shape materials</li><li>Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment</li><li> Drawing, Drafting and Design</li><li>Interpret technical drawing and understand CAD prinicples</li><li>Apply basic engineering design concepts</li><li>Marks out designs on the appropriate material and cuts to the specified size and shape</li><li>Studies engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of articles to be manufactured </li><li>Materials Handling</li><li>Undertake manual handling</li><li>Order materials</li><li>Operate fixed/moveable load shifting equipment</li><li>Measurement</li><li>Perform precision mechanical/Engineering measurement</li><li>Mark off/out (general engineering)</li><li>Undertake occupational health and safety activities in the workplace</li><li>Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment</li><li>Fluid Power</li><li>Maintain pneumatic system</li><li>Maintain hydraulic systems</li><li>Tool Maintenance &amp; Diagnostics</li><li>Use tools for precision work</li><li>Take apart faulty tools and assemblies and repair or replace parts</li><li>Checks accuracy and quality of manufactured articles</li><li>Environmental</li><li>Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices</li><li>Communication</li><li>Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities</li><li>Assist in the provision of on the job training</li><li>Interact with computing technology</li><li>Internal and Imported Units</li><li>Apply 5S procedures</li><li>Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>Toolmaker</li><li>High proficiency in use for Lathes, Mills and CNC machine tools</li><li>Understand CAD drawings</li><li>Good Mechanical aptitude</li><li>Keyboard skills</li><li>Effective communication (written &amp; oral) skills</li><li>Microsoft Office skills,</li><li>Adaptable and flexible</li><li>Team player</li><li>Motivated</li><li>Strong focus on gaining an in-depth knowledge of products &amp; services supported</li></ul>

Toolmaker

At Pact Group, we’re leading the way in sustainable packaging and supply chain innovation. As our General Manager – Supply Chain Finance, you’ll drive holistic financial outcomes across a complex, high-volume supply chain. You’ll act as a strategic business partner—bringing clarity to performance drivers, identifying risks and opportunities, and leading the development of mitigation plans.As a key member of the Supply Chain Leadership Team, you’ll shape strategic plans, drive cost transparency, and champion commercial optimisation across the end-to-end supply chain. Your insights will fuel smarter decisions, stronger performance, and continuous improvement. Your responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and Develop Talent: Build a high-performing finance team with strong accountability, technical excellence, and leadership capability. Foster a culture of continuous improvement across the Supply Chain and broader finance function.</li><li>Drive Financial Performance: Own divisional P&amp;L and balance sheet reporting. Collaborate with group finance and Centres of Excellence to identify risks, opportunities, and financial impacts across the supply chain.</li><li>Strategic Business Partnering: Work closely with the Supply Chain leadership team to support data-driven decision-making, leveraging insights and cross-functional collaboration to improve outcomes.</li><li>Integrate Finance Functions: Connect the Supply Chain with central finance teams (FP&amp;A, Tax, Treasury, etc.) to ensure alignment, efficiency, and value delivery across cyclical finance activities.</li><li>Plan and Forecast: Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the Supply Chain, supporting strategic project investment and performance tracking.</li><li>Month-End and Capital Oversight: Oversee month-end processes, working capital targets, and CAPEX planning, ensuring financial discipline and alignment with business goals.</li><li>Ensure Compliance: Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards and governance frameworks.</li><li>Deliver Insights: Conduct detailed analysis on profitability, pricing, productivity, and asset utilisation. Produce monthly management reports with actionable insights.</li></ul> Your skills:<ul><li>10+ years’ leadership in finance, supply chain, or procurement—ideally in high-volume manufacturing.</li><li>Proven success in strategic planning, S&amp;OP, and financial analytics.</li><li>Demonstrated success in driving change management, process excellence and continuous improvement</li><li>Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills, including C-level influence.</li><li>Experience leading transformation and driving enterprise-wide initiatives.</li><li>Experience in the implementation, optimisation and change projects</li><li>Proven experience in shaping strategy while building strength in supply chain capabilities.</li><li>Proven experience in pricing and negotiation, sounds understanding of management accounting</li></ul>

General Manager Supply Chain Finance

About this opportunity The Molding Technician position is very “hands-on" and will require making necessary changes and adjustments to the technical blow molding and auxiliary equipment in a safe and controlled manner.We pride ourselves on quality products being made to controlled specification and continuing to optimize the performance of machine and or process.Your key responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Ensure correct changeover and set up of product tooling during the shift</li><li>Ensure correct changeovers of moulded product during the shift (i.e. colour changes, material changes).as per the production plan</li><li>Making machine adjustments as per the setup sheet and training to maintain a quality product</li><li>Set-up of ancillary equipment (i.e. blenders, leak detectors, robotic systems, IML systems,  vision systems).</li><li>Assist the Shift Supervisor and Operators with successful completion of each production run.</li><li>Performing process troubleshooting, part inspections and various other functions to insure part conformity and quality</li><li>Verifying paperwork for jobs and completion of inspections at start up of jobs and in process inspections</li><li>Maintain machine and ancilliary equipment processing parameters to ensure quality, weight and cycle time compliance</li><li>Prioritizing of work and machines to the production plan to ensure Customer deliveries are made on time and in full with no defects</li><li>Mechanical maintenance of machines and ancilliary equipment to ensure they are kept in satisfactory condition</li><li>Working overtime when required also working Weekends as required</li><li>Packing product during meal breaks and slow down periods.</li><li>Forklift Driving as required</li></ul>Your skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you’ll have:<ul><li>5+ years’ experience in a Process, Die Set-up or Die Maintenance capacity in a manufacturing environment, plastics experience important.</li><li>Mechanical and technical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and complex mechanical equipment.</li><li>Demonstrated experience with trouble shooting issues with extrusion blow molding machines.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of plastic materials and processes; including a general knowledge of mold design and operation; in extrusion blow molding processes; as well as proven familiarity with auxiliary equipment involved in blow molding.</li><li>Ability to perform and recognize bottle quality and operating efficiency.</li><li>Quality and dependability is a must to every employee!</li></ul>Desirable <ul><li>Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, technical or vocational training a plus</li><li>Cert III in Process Polymer Moulding or equivalent</li><li>Fitter &amp; Turner/Machinist Trade qualified</li></ul>

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