Extrusion Blow Molding Operator - 12h Shifts & Training

Lactalis; Sunshine Beach; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Full-time employment

Shift penalties

Career progression

Supportive team

Job summary

Lactalis Australia is seeking a Machine Operator for a fast-paced plastics manufacturing environment. The role offers on-the-job training with progression to a Machine Operator position, and operates on a 12-hour roster with day or night shifts.

Applicants should have experience in plastic manufacturing, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work in a high-speed setting. Full training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in plastic manufacturing or processing environments is desirable.
• Experience operating extrusion blow molding and/or injection blow molding machines is an advantage.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up, operate, and monitor extrusion blow moulding and injection blow moulding machines.
• Install and change moulds, dies, and tooling for different bottle/container specs.
• Adjust machine settings for temperature, pressure, speed, cooling and cycle times.
• Monitor performance and adjust processes to maintain quality and minimize waste.
• Record production data, downtime, quality checks, and material usage accurately.
• Support production coordinators and quality teams to meet targets.

Skills

Plastic manufacturing experience

Blow molding machines

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

No formal degree required

Job description

Lactalis Australia is seeking a Machine Operator for a fast-paced plastics manufacturing environment. The role offers on-the-job training with progression to a Machine Operator position, and operates on a 12-hour roster with day or night shifts.

Applicants should have experience in plastic manufacturing, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work in a high-speed setting. Full training and development opportunities are provided.