Afternoon Extrusion Operator - Full Training & Growth

Excel Recruitment; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Excel Recruitment in Brisbane's Brendale area is seeking a Machine Operator for the Afternoon Shift (2pm-10pm, Monday to Friday) at a leading plastics manufacturer. You will receive full training to operate extrusion moulding equipment and support production runs.

The role requires reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence; a forklift licence is a bonus. You will monitor machines, assist with setups, perform basic troubleshooting, and carry out quality checks to ensure products meet

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating extrusion or similar machinery.
• Ability to perform basic equipment setup and troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to quality and process control.
• Willingness to obtain a forklift licence (bonus).

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor extrusion machinery during shifts.
• Assist with machine setups and changeovers as required.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting to identify issues.
• Perform quality checks on finished products.

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality checks

Troubleshooting

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Excel Recruitment in Brisbane's Brendale area is hiring a Machine Operator (Afternoon Shift) to join a leading plastic manufacturer. The role runs 2pm-10pm, Monday to Friday, with full training provided and strong potential for long-term employment.

You will be trained in extrusion moulding, operate and monitor machinery, assist with setups, perform basic troubleshooting, and conduct quality checks. A forklift licence is a bonus; drivers licence and reliable transport are required.

Afternoon Extrusion Operator -- Full Training & Growth Brisbane, QLD, AU