About Vinarchy
Established in 2025 following the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, Vinarchy is a global wine company managing the wine supply chain from grape to glass.
Vinarchy produces wine across multiple international regions and is home to iconic wine brands including Jacob's Creek, Hardys, Campo Viejo, Grant Burge, St Hugo, St Hallett and Petaluma.
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Packaging Manager to lead packaging operations at our Berri site.
Reporting to the Packaging Manager AU, this is a Full-time, Permanent role and is responsible for overseeing production activities to ensure production is delivered on time, within specification and within budget across a 24/5 packaging operation. The operation includes multiple production lines covering still wine, sparkling wine and cask packaging.
The Packaging Manager will lead a high-performing team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, promote a lean manufacturing culture and create a safe, productive and progressive working environment.
Operations & Production
Deliver production activities in accordance with the production plan and budget requirements.
Drive machine efficiency, labour productivity and operational performance.
Promote continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
Ensure departmental standard operating procedures remain current and are followed.
Promote a quality-first culture across packaging operations.
Leadership
Lead, coach and develop the Packaging Operations team.
Manage performance, safety, attendance, work standards and operational efficiencies.
Ensure employees are appropriately trained and competent to perform their roles.
Build a culture of teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement.
Support return-to-work programs and workforce planning initiatives.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
Promote and maintain a safe workplace and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Support compliance with quality standards through the application of standard operating procedures.
Ensure internal auditing requirements are completed.
Support certification and risk management systems, including HACCP, BRC, ISO9000 and ISO14000.
Budget & Reporting
Support the management of packaging budgets.
Manage team leave planning and workforce rostering.
Contribute to capital planning activities.
Analyse and report operational and budget performance.
Approve payroll transactions within Kronos and ensure accurate operational reporting.
Essential
Minimum 5 years' functional management experience in a large-scale multi-shift packaging production operation
Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to lead, motivate and develop teams.
Intermediate computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and database systems, including CMMS.
Sound business and financial acumen.
Desirable
Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Food Technology or Business Management.
Previous experience within the wine industry will be highly regarded.
Current driver's licence.
Flexibility to work outside normal business hours when required.
Availability for occasional business travel.
Willingness to undertake additional training required for the role.
Applicants should submit a current resume outlining their relevant skills, experience and qualifications.
Employer: Vinarchy Australia Limited
Position Title: Packaging Manager - Berri
Location: Berri, South Australia
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Accolade Wines Limited
Established in 2025 following the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, Vinarchy is a new global leader with a mission to redefine wine
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