At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead night shift injection moulding operations and troubleshoot machine issues.
- Company: Innovative packaging company focused on automation and skill development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, mobile phone allowance, and permanent full-time role.
- Other info: Training provided and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Join a settled team and make a real impact in a growing operation.
- Qualifications: Hands-on injection moulding experience and readiness for night shifts.
The predicted salary is between 112000 - 112000 $ per year.
This role sits within an automated injection moulding operation running IML and robotics. Night shift needs its most experienced moulder: the person who gets a stopped machine running again, keeps every process on target through the night, and builds the operators' skills as they work.
You'll work alongside the night shift leader, with a capable team around you.
What They're Building
The business invests heavily in equipment and automation so the technology handles the repetitive work and people bring real skill to theirs. Operators are developed to understand the process, and the plant is moving towards data-driven moulding, using real production data from connected machines to optimise performance.
What You'll Be Doing
- First response when a machine stops: diagnosing the fault, recovering the machine and getting it back into production
- Setting up, adjusting and optimising injection moulding machines across the shift
- Troubleshooting processing faults and correcting them on the floor
- Carrying out tool changes and changeovers
- Training operators on the floor and building their skills shift by shift
- Monitoring quality, output and machine performance, including camera inspection
- Taking over from afternoon shift and handing over cleanly to day shift
The Environment
Automated injection moulding and in-mould labelling, with robotics and camera inspection through the plant. High-volume food packaging with steady, consistent workflow. A settled team, including people who have been with the business for years. Monday to Friday nights, 10.30pm to 6.30am, with weekends free. Initial training on day and afternoon shift to learn the machines and the production flow.
What We're Looking For
- Several years of hands-on injection moulding experience as a technician, setter or processor
- Exposure to IML, robotics, vision systems or thin-wall packaging is a real advantage
- Ready for a permanent night roster
- Full Australian working rights and currently based in Australia
What's On Offer
From $112,000 + super (includes night shift loading). Up to $80 a month towards a mobile phone. Permanent full-time role in a growing operation. A business that develops people from within. Melbourne northern suburbs, a practical commute from the north or north-west.
Next Step
If you're the moulder others on the floor come to when a machine stops, and you're looking for a permanent night shift where that experience will be put to good use, I'd like to hear from you. Apply through this advertisement. Every application is read personally, and I'll be in touch if your experience fits.
Night-Shift Injection Moulding Lead in Melbourne employer: George Lord
Join a leading Australian manufacturer in the food packaging sector, where you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment. With a focus on modernisation and employee development, this role offers practical guidance from experienced managers and opportunities for professional growth as you lead the FSSC 22000 certification process. Enjoy a predominantly day-based schedule in a state-of-the-art facility that values quality and innovation.
