Plastics Extrusion & Process Operator – Day Shift
This is a great opportunity to join a growing Australian plastics manufacturer offering excellent technical variety and the opportunity to develop your skills across a specialised polymer processing operation.
With increasing demand for its products, the business is expanding its production team and creating a new position on day shift.
The Opportunity
Working within a small, experienced team, you'll be involved in producing specialised extruded plastic materials for customers across Australia.
This is a hands‑on technical role offering genuine variety and involvement across the complete manufacturing process, including:
Plastic extrusion and polymer processing
Pulverising and grinding operations
Process monitoring, adjustment and troubleshooting
Product quality testing and inspection
Equipment cleaning and production changeovers
The emphasis is on operating equipment, controlling the process and consistently producing high‑quality products.
Your Experience
We're interested in people with experience in one or more of the following areas:
Plastic extrusion or polymer compounding
Pelletising, pulverising or grinding equipment
Plastics processing or related process manufacturing
Manufacturing quality control and testing
Experience with rotational moulding materials would be an advantage.
Just as important are your mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, commitment to safety and willingness to learn.
Why Join This Business?
Permanent employment from day one with a stable, growing manufacturer
Day shift, Monday to Friday, 6am–2:30pm
Training across the complete manufacturing process
Opportunities to develop your skills and grow with the business
Supportive team of experienced manufacturing professionals
This opportunity will particularly appeal to an experienced extrusion or process operator who enjoys hands‑on manufacturing and wants to broaden their technical capabilities.
Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.
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