Are you looking for a permanent, secure role where your mechanical skills and strong work ethic are valued? Where work/life balance is embraced?
Do you enjoy hands-on work, operating machinery, and being part of a team that takes pride in producing high-quality products?
Join Cup and Carry, a respected local manufacturer supplying high-end consumer packaging. We’re seeking a reliable Machine Operator who values stability, opportunities to learn, and a positive team culture where safety always comes first.
About the Role
As a Machine Operator, you will safely and efficiently operate production equipment to meet performance and quality targets. You will play a key role in keeping our manufacturing lines running smoothly by:
- Setting up and operating machinery to specification
- Conducting quality checks to meet technical standards
- Replenishing machines with raw materials
- Troubleshooting machine issues and minimising downtime
- Completing reporting across quality, waste, productivity and engineering
- Performing routine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance
- Participating in continuous improvement
- Supporting and training other operators as needed
This role is ideal for someone who is mechanically minded, enjoys problem solving, and takes pride in producing great work.
What You’ll Bring
- Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving ability
- High attention to detail and a focus on quality
- Good communication skills
- Basic to intermediate computer skills
- Experience operating or minding manual machinery in an FMCG environment (desirable)
- Experience in printing/packaging or RFMCG production (desirable)
- Forklift licence (desirable)
Why You’ll Want to Work with Us
- Permanent role with a well-established Australian manufacturing business
- Competitive remuneration
- Lifestyle friendly/great work/life balance
- Monday to Friday (7am to 3pm)
- Employee wellbeing programs
- Onsite parking
- Company Social Club
- Safe and inclusive workplace
About Us
At Cup and Carry, part of the Detmold Group, we’re passionate about creating sustainable packaging solutions that make a difference. You’ll be part of a supportive team culture that values innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Machine Operator looking to expand your skills and take on a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note, applicants must have Australian work rights.
If you’re ready to grow your career in a global supply chain environment, we look forward to receiving your application. Applications close Sunday 3 May 2026.
For confidential enquiries, contact David Ball, Talent Acquisition Partner at careers@detmoldgroup.com
We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Employee safety is our priority, and we want our people to be 100% SAFE & WELL.
- Published on 16 Apr 2026, 1:57 AM