Craig started with Ausply in January 1999. He was initially employed on the glue line but over the next five years worked his way up through the mill to leading hand and production supervisor positions. In June 2004, Craig was moved to a despatch/customer service role, which led to his current position. Craig is focused on the accurate and timely ordering and despatch of products to our many national customers.

Despatch Supervisor: Rebecca Rutland

Rebecca started at Ausply in September 2000. She worked various machines in the mill before becoming a Leading Hand and full-time forklift driver. Rebecca is now in the role of Despatch Supervisor. Her primary responsibilities are to deal with customer orders and ensure they are ready and despatched in a timely manner,

Chris has worked with Ausply for 26 years. He started working on the glue line in 1979 and has worked his way up through various sections of the mill. Chris can analyse and evaluate production demands because of his hands on experience. His primary responsibilities are to keep the mill running smoothly while producing quality plywood products to fill customers’ orders.

Richard has over 12 years experience in the manufacturing industry being responsible for quality control and production. Richard’s role is to ensure that all product moving through the mill meets quality standards and customer specifications. Richard is also responsible for OH&S and helps maintains a safe working environment for all personnel.

Don came to Ausply in 1990 with more than 10 years’ experience in maintenance. He had gained his fitting and turning trade qualifications at an engineering company which specialised in hydraulic and agricultural equipment and worked at a food processing factory. Don has been the maintenance supervisor for 15 years and has invaluable knowledge and experience gained as the machinery, technology and processes changed. Don and his team are responsible for the plant and equipment operation and maintenance 24 hours a day.