Machine Operator and Line Supervisor (Beverage Manufacturing & Packaging)

Gypsy Hub is a leading beverage manufacturing and co-packing business, providing end-to-end solutions from recipe development through to manufacturing, packaging, and bonded warehousing. Operating from our state-of-the-art HACCP certified facility in Melbourne's inner north, we partner with some of Australia's most exciting beverage brands.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Machine Operator & Line Supervisor to join our production and packaging team.

About the Role

This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for operating, maintaining, and overseeing beverage production and packaging lines while supporting and supervising line operators.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring production targets, quality standards, food safety requirements, and operational efficiencies are achieved every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, adjust, and pack down beverage manufacturing equipment.

• Perform changeovers and manage machine change parts.

• Troubleshoot equipment issues and conduct preventative maintenance within competency levels.

• Monitor machine and process performance to ensure product quality standards are met.

• Identify and escalate quality or production concerns when required.

• Execute production runs according to schedules, job instructions, and SOPs.

• Work closely with Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams to ensure compliance.

• Train, mentor, supervise, and support production line operators.

• Accurately record production, quality, and operational data.

• Conduct CIP cleaning and equipment sanitation.

• Assist with warehousing and dispatch activities as required.

• Maintain high standards of workplace safety, cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience in beverage packaging operations.

• Experience operating across:

  • Can lines

  • Carbonated beverage lines

  • Still beverage lines

• Experience with beverage labelling equipment.

• Practical HACCP experience within a food or beverage manufacturing environment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding capabilities.

• Proven ability to work autonomously and within a team environment.

• High attention to detail and commitment to product quality.

• Experience supervising, training, and supporting production staff.

• Strong continuous improvement mindset

• Current Forklift Licence.

• Availability to work day or afternoon shifts.

Why Join Gypsy Hub?

• Be part of a growing and dynamic Australian-owned business

• Work with an award-winning portfolio of beverage brands

• Exposure to all aspects of beverage manufacturing, packaging, brewing, and distilling

• Monday to Friday roster with day or afternoon shifts only

• Career development and advancement opportunities

• Supportive team culture

• Staff product discounts

• Modern, HACCP-certified production facility