Electronic Equipment Technician (Full-Time)

BBC; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BBC Plastics in Fairfield East NSW is seeking an Electronic Equipment Technician to install, operate, maintain and repair plastic injection molding machinery. You will handle setup, troubleshooting and process optimization for high-quality molded components.

Candidates should have a Certificate IV in Electronics/Mechanical Technology and at least 3 years’ experience with injection molding equipment, plus strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV or equivalent in Electronics Technology/Mechanical Technology or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electronic machinery installation, operations, maintenance and repairing.
• Knowledge and experience in plastic injection molding technology is advantageous.
• Understanding of Sumitomo Demag SEEV-A series, YUSHIN RC/RC11, YUSHIN HSA machines preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills and hands-on skills.
• Able to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, troubleshoot, process, and maintain plastic injection molding machines.
• Install, removal, adjustment of all injection molding machinery and equipment.
• Connect water, hydraulic and air lines.
• Ability to read drawings and set-up sheets.
• Make adjustments for short, flash, pressure, speed and temperature.
• Ensure molded components meet all product quality criteria including dimensional criteria.
• Verify correct set-up of moulds, presses, and auxiliary equipment before machine start up.
• Establish proper moulding conditions and obtain mould approval at the appropriate time.
• Must be able to work independently on new process development as well as troubleshooting current production issues.
• Develop new processes, assess and document new and existing processes; implement and evaluate changes to improve quality, productivity and overall equipment efficiency.
• Validate moulds and equipment.
• Input master molding parameters into each press.
• Communicate any process changes in written and verbal form.
• Recommend equipment, tooling or mould changes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Document all significant events, including process changes, alarms, mould cleaning, etc.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment following OHS and company policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Electronics Technology

Tools

Sumitomo Demag SEEV-A

YUSHIN RC/RC11

YUSHIN HSA

Job description

Company Background

Located in Fairfield East NSW, BBC Plastics specializes in the manufacturing of the highest quality plastic packaging products, including plastic take away food containers and lids. We use state-of-the-art automated equipment in our purposes-built factory and warehouse.

We are currently looking for an Electronic Equipment Technician to install, operate, maintain and repair our plastic injection molding machinery, including Sumitomo Demag SEEV-A series, YUSHIN RC/RC11, YUSHIN HSA.

Job Description:

• Set-up, troubleshoot, process, and maintain plastic injection molding machines
• Install, removal, adjustment of all injection molding machinery and equipment
• Connection of water, hydraulic and air lines
• Ability to read drawings and set-up sheets
• Make adjustments for short, flash, pressure, speed and temperature
• Ensure molded components meet all product quality criteria including dimensional criteria
• Verify correct set-up of moulds, presses, and auxiliary equipment before machine start up
• Establish proper moulding conditions. Obtain mould approval at the appropriate time
• Must be able to work independently on new process development as well as troubleshooting current production issues
• Develop new processes, assess and document new and existing processes. Implement and evaluate changes to existing processes designed to improve product quality, productivity and overall equipment efficiency.
• Validate moulds and equipment
• Input master molding parameters into each press
• Communicate any process changes in both written and verbal form
• Recommends equipment, tooling or mould changes or replacements to improve quality and overall efficiency
• Document all significant events, including process changes, alarms, mould cleaning, etc.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment following OHS and company policy

Relevant Qualifications and skills:

• Certificate IV or equivalent in Electronics Technology/ Mechanical Technology or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electronic machinery installation, operations, maintenance and repairing
• Knowledge and experience in plastic injection molding technology is advantage
• Understanding of Sumitomo Demag SEEV-A series, YUSHIN RC/RC11, YUSHIN HAS machines preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent problem solving skills and hands-on skills
• Able to work in a team environment