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P&M - Production Operator-11

CompanyPPG Industries
LocationMelbourne
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 2, 2026
About The Company
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X and @PPGIndustries on Facebook, Instagram and Threads.
About the Role

At PPG, we protect and beautify the world. As a global leader in paints, coatings, and materials, we’re proud to deliver innovation and performance that help our customers make their mark.

At our manufacturing plant in Clayton, we create products that are used in the home, in commercial building, in the automotive industry, as well as many other products that are part of everyday life. The site is the home of our iconic Australian brand – Taubmans!

Production Operators are key to the creation of these products. They are the people that turn the raw materials into the end product. We are currently seeking Production Operators to join our established team at Clayton for both full time and contract positions. Both Day and Afternoon shifts are available.

If you have experience in a manufacturing and would like to join a leading global company, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing/measuring paint ingredients for blending and packaging
  • Operating paint mixing machines
  • Colour matching paint
  • Packaging/labelling paint products
  • General cleaning/tidying
  • Operating Themis filling equipment

Requirements

  •  Great communicational skills
  • Previously worked in an automated manufacturing/process work environment
  • Comfortable working with chemicals (non-harmful paint products)
  • Comfortable with manual handling
  • Looking for long term opportunity and work
  • Comfortable with working 12 hr shifts - if required

Additional Information

  • Must be willing to undergo and pass a pre-employment Drug, Alcohol & Medical test, as well as a police check
  • Australian work rights are required

What We Offer

  • On-site cafeteria with subsidised meals and drinks
  • On-site parking
  • Opportunities for training and development with ongoing career progression
  • Reward & Recognition program
  • Consistent long-term work (Monday - Friday)
  • Being part of a global progressive company

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
 

Key Skills
Great Communicational SkillsAutomated Manufacturing ExperienceProcess Work ExperienceComfortable Working with ChemicalsManual Handling Skills
Categories
ManufacturingTradesLogistics
Benefits
On-site Cafeteria with Subsidised Meals and DrinksOn-site ParkingOpportunities for Training and DevelopmentOngoing Career ProgressionReward & Recognition ProgramConsistent Long-term Work
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Production Operators are responsible for preparing and measuring paint ingredients, operating mixing machines, and packaging paint products. They play a key role in turning raw materials into finished products.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
32697
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
36 hours
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