Batch & Furnace Operator – Spotswood
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026. Visy scores B on the Alion truth index.
Reporting to the Batch & Furnace Manager, you'll keep our Spotswood furnace running and supply our forming lines with quality molten glass. Working across the batch house and furnace, you'll read the process, respond to alarms and make the control adjustments that keep glass quality and output on target.
This is a permanent full-time role.
The key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Monitor the melting furnace and its ancillary systems, using inspections and instrumentation to track combustion, temperature and pressure across the melting and refining areas
- Operate process controls through PLC and SCADA systems to produce molten glass of the right quality and quantity for forming
- Respond to plant and production system alarms, troubleshoot issues and carry out furnace emergency procedures when required
- Conduct quality checks on raw materials used in the batch
- Perform glass quality checks, including cord analysis, stone identification, density, and seed and blister counts
- Identify and report equipment maintenance needs
- Keep accurate written and computerised operational records
- Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and contribute to a safe working environment for yourself and the team
What you'll bring:
- Experience in glass manufacturing or a heavy industrial environment, ideally in furnace operations or a process technician role
- A strong understanding of process control systems, including PLCs and SCADA
- The ability to troubleshoot problems, stay calm under pressure and work independently
- A Certificate in Process Manufacturing, Process Operations or higher is preferred
- A forklift licence and front-end loader (FEL) ticket are a plus
- Strong communication skills and a good eye for detail
- The ability to work in a challenging environment - hot, dusty and loud!
Hours of work: [CONFIRM roster pattern]
What you'll love when you join us:
- Learn & Grow: Build specialist knowledge in glass melting and furnace operations.
- Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference.
- Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company.
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.
Visy Glass has a wealth of experience in crafting pure, sustainable and iconic glass packaging for many of the world's best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food and non-alcoholic beverages, and we're dedicated to exceeding our customers' expectations and fuelling consumers' desire for glass.
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.