We are Seeking a Reliable and Hands-on Packing Operator in Camellia

WHO WE ARE

Challenger is an award-winning national industry leader, providing outsourced service solutions to a number of critical industries. Our prime coverage is within Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Our capabilities and success lie within servicing the commercial cleaning, hospitality, food and beverage, food production, government, education, and aged care environments. 

WHO WE NEED

We are seeking a Full-Time Packing Operator to join our production team in Camellia. This is a key role responsible for operating thermoformer packaging machinery while leading a small packing team to meet daily production targets.

• Location: Camellia, NSW
• Shift Times: Monday to Friday | Shifts from 6:30am – 5:00pm

This is a high-impact, fast-paced role where you will take ownership of the line, ensuring efficient operation, quality output, and strong team performance.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Set up and operate thermoformer packaging machines at the start of each shift
• Monitor and adjust machine settings (speed, temperature, vacuum, cycle time) to meet production targets
• Coordinate workflow across the packing line and ensure smooth product flow
• Lead and support a team of packing staff throughout the shift
• Perform basic troubleshooting and minimise machine downtime
• Handle and replace film rolls (20–25kg) safely
• Carry out general packing duties and operate additional line equipment as required
• Complete end-of-day shutdown, cleaning prep, and reporting

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Experience operating production or packaging machinery (thermoformer experience highly regarded)
• Ability to troubleshoot and adjust machinery in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership or leading-hand experience on a production line
• Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks (lifting up to 25kg)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Clear communication and ability to motivate a team
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a strong work ethic

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Secure work and regular pay – enjoy the confidence of working for a reliable and established company that looks after its workers.
• Loads of additional benefits - our people love their shopping vouchers and discounts from leading retailers such as Woolworths and Amazon.
• Enjoy early access to wages – through our tailored app that allows you to be paid once your hours have been worked and ahead of pay day.
• Be part of a great team – enjoy camaraderie as part of a dynamic and fun team environment.
• Enjoy autonomy – work autonomously and manage much of your workflow, to our certified and nationally accredited quality standards.
• Be tech savvy – we use cutting edge time and attendance software which allows us to be paper free and simplify your workload.
• Be diverse and multiskilled – we work in multiple service areas such as hospitality, aged care, education, retail, government, facility services, food production and other areas and encourage cross training and development by allowing our people to work at different locations and business areas. You can build a broad skillset without the risk of boredom and burnout.
• Take advantage of real opportunities for promotion – we promote from within with a structured pathway to enable you to progress your career. 

Challenger Services is an Equal Opportunities employer - candidates of an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.