About the Company & Role

Join a well‑established plastic manufacturing company known for producing high‑quality products for a range of industries. We are currently seeking a reliable and mechanically minded Manufacturing Machine Technician to join the night shift team.

• Shift: Night shift, 10pm–6am
• Days: Monday night to Saturday morning
• Type: Casual ongoing contract with full‑time hours

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on technical work, thrives in a fast‑paced production environment, and has strong troubleshooting ability.

Key Duties:

• Monitor machinery throughout the shift to ensure smooth, continuous operation.
• Identify early signs of mechanical issues and take corrective action to minimise downtime.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain product quality and meet production targets.

• Perform full set‑ups and changeovers of dies, moulds, and associated equipment according to production requirements.
• Dismantle machinery components safely and efficiently for cleaning, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
• Diagnose mechanical or process issues and implement solutions to restore optimal performance.
• Work closely with maintenance teams when escalated repairs are required.
• Conduct thorough cleaning of production equipment, ensuring all components are free from contamination.

Skills & Experience

• Tertiary education in Engineering or related technical field
• Previous experience as a Machine Setter / Operator within FMCG, plastics, packaging, or a similar high‑speed manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude, with the ability to troubleshoot machinery confidently.
• Current forklift licence is essential.
• Excellent communication skills, strong time management, and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• A proactive, safety‑focused mindset with strong problem‑solving ability.

Apply!
If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  
Or, if you have any questions, please contact Chantelle on 03 9040 1***.

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