Extrusion Machine Operator - Training, Growth & Shift Pay

AFL Telecommunications Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 3,857,000 - 5,235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates + shift loadi

Paid birthday leave

Free onsite parking

Close to public transport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Novated leasing options

Job summary

AFL Telecommunications Australia – Tottenham VIC is seeking a Machine Operator to join our team manufacturing high-quality fibre optic cable for major projects. You will operate extrusion lines, monitor quality, follow specifications and keep production running safely.

Training is provided to learn our products and equipment. The role requires experience with extrusion machinery or similar equipment, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work with measurements and basic calculations.

Qualifications

• Experience operating extrusion machinery or similar manufacturing equipment.
• Strong focus on safety, quality and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow production instructions and specifications.
• Reliable, team-oriented and willing to learn.
• Forklift licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion production lines.
• Monitor product quality and perform in-process testing.
• Follow job cards, production schedules and specifications.
• Troubleshoot issues and keep production running safely.
• Support cable winding, drum changes and material movement.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area.

Skills

Forklift licence

Extrusion machinery experience

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

AFL Telecommunications Australia – Tottenham VIC is seeking a Machine Operator to join our team manufacturing high-quality fibre optic cable for major projects. You will operate extrusion lines, monitor quality, follow specifications and keep production running safely.

Training is provided to learn our products and equipment. The role requires experience with extrusion machinery or similar equipment, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work with measurements and basic calculations.