Extrusion Operator

Circular Plastics Australia; City of Hobsons Bay; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Circular Plastics Australia in Victoria seeks an Extrusion Operator to efficiently operate and maintain food grade extrusion machinery to produce recycled plastic resin products. You will ensure production runs smoothly, meet quality standards and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities include setting up machines for different resins, preparing raw materials, monitoring conditions, performing quality checks, and reporting issues to the Shift Lead. Roles are onsite in Victoria.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion machines to produce high-quality food grade plastic resin products according to specifications.
• Set up extrusion machines to produce different resin types in line with product specifications.
• Prepare raw material for extrusion, load and bag as required.
• Maintain and change dies, cutting blades and filters as required based on product specifications
• Monitor the machines operating conditions such as heat, pressure, vacuum, amps etc.
• Monitor the production process and perform regular quality checks to ensure products meet required standards using test equipment – melt flow index, bulk density, resin colour L,a,b, etc.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of extrusion equipment to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain accurate production records and report any issues or discrepancies to the Shift Lead.

Job description

Job Description

The primary purpose of the Extrusion Operator role is to efficiently operate and maintain food grade extrusion machinery to produce high-quality recycled plastic resin products. This involves ensuring the production process runs smoothly, meeting quality standards, and adhering to safety protocols.

Shift Pattern

• Tuesday to Thursday: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Friday: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Your Key Responsibilities Will Be To

• Operate extrusion machines to produce high-quality food grade plastic resin products according to specifications.
• Set up extrusion machines to produce different resin types in line with product specifications.
• Prepare raw material for extrusion, load and bag as required.
• Maintain and change dies, cutting blades and filters as required based on product specifications
• Monitor the machines operating conditions such as heat, pressure, vacuum, amps etc.
• Monitor the production process and perform regular quality checks to ensure products meet required standards using test equipment – melt flow index, bulk density, resin colour L,a,b, etc.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of extrusion equipment to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain accurate production records and report any issues or discrepancies to the Shift Lead.