At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate roto moulding ovens and ensure high-quality production.
- Company: Join Gough Plastics, a leader in innovative manufacturing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on training, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Full-time role with a supportive culture and focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making quality products in a safe environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in roto moulding or related fields; training provided for the right candidates.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 85000 $ per year.
Gough Plastics is seeking a motivated and experienced Plastics Technician to join our production team in Townsville, QLD. In this hands‑on role, you’ll operate and monitor roto moulding ovens, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing. You’ll play a key part in meeting production targets, maintaining safety standards, and training assistant operators.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor roto moulding ovens in line with production schedules
- Ensure safety compliance, including forklift and gantry crane operations
- Train and mentor assistant oven operators
- Perform start‑up/shutdown procedures, complete shift reports, and maintain production records
- Troubleshoot process faults and recommend improvements to cook times/designs
- Maintain shop floor organization and cleanliness to 5S standards
- Conduct preventative maintenance and attend to breakdowns
- Monitor raw material levels and coordinate workflow to maximize oven utilization
- Carry out product inspections (thickness, color, inserts) to ensure quality
What We’re Looking For
- Certificate III in Roto Moulding or 3+ years’ experience in oven roto moulding/extrusion/injection moulding
- Ability to operate PLC/computer‑controlled ovens
- Skilled in manual handling and use of hand tools
- Forklift, EWP, and gantry crane operation (training/tickets provided if required)
- Strong technical understanding of oven processes
- KPI‑driven, solution‑focused, and committed to continuous improvement
Salary range is $70,000-$85,000pa commensurate with experience. Fulltime Position available. Applications open on 5th October 2026 and closes on 5th November 2026.
Plastics Technician employer: Recruitment Innovations Pty Ltd
Gough Plastics is an exceptional employer that values its team members and fosters a collaborative work culture in Townsville, QLD. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer comprehensive training opportunities and a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact production quality and efficiency. Join us for a rewarding career where safety, innovation, and teamwork are at the forefront of our operations.
Contact Details:
Recruitment Innovations Pty Ltd Recruitment Team
