Fitter

WhitePage Consultancy; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Piber Plastics Australia is a Australian-owned manufacturer of injection moulded plastic packaging, based in Derrimut, VIC. We are seeking a skilled Fitter to keep machinery reliable, safe and ready to run, with duties spanning maintenance of moulding machines, robots, conveyors and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.

Hours: 38 per week; Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation per annum. AQF trade qualifications preferred; on-site role in Melbourne's west.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a Fitter or in a comparable mechanical fitting and maintenance role, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV, preferably in a mechanical engineering trade.

Responsibilities

• Review each fitting, repair or modification job before starting, choosing the right material, method and order of work and working out the machine settings needed to complete it properly.
• Carry out scheduled and breakdown maintenance on injection moulding machines, robots, conveyors and ancillary plant, including the hydraulic and pneumatic systems that power them.
• Mount, align and change over injection moulds, setting clamps, locating rings, guides, stops and robot end-of-arm tooling so each product run starts cleanly and on time.
• Find the root cause of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults on the production floor and restore equipment quickly to keep downtime and lost output to a minimum.
• Fit and assemble fabricated steel components, brackets, guards, frames and replacement machine parts, both in the workshop and on installed equipment.
• Work to the site's HACCP and hygiene requirements when maintaining equipment that produces food and dairy packaging, including tool and parts control, food-grade lubricants and a thorough clean-down after every job.
• Machine, cut, grind, drill, bore and face metal stock and castings on the lathe, mill, drill press, grinder and hydraulic press to make or modify parts, mould components and fixtures.
• Measure new and repaired parts with micrometers, verniers, dial indicators and feeler gauges to confirm dimensions, clearances, alignment and fit before they go back into service.
• Look after the moulds between runs by cleaning, polishing and lubricating them and replacing worn ejector pins, springs, seals, O-rings and water fittings.
• Cut, thread, bend and install hydraulic and pneumatic pipework, hoses and fittings on presses, robots and auxiliary equipment, and trace and repair leaks.
• Plan maintenance with production supervisors and machine setters around the production schedule, and support the design team during new mould trials and first-off sampling.
• Set up and fine-tune the mechanical and control sequences that govern each moulding cycle, such as ejector, core-pull and robot pick-and-place movements, as well as the settings on in-line cutting, stacking and handling equipment.
• Maintain mould temperature controllers, chillers, cooling water circuits, material dryers and the compressed air system that supports production.
• Install, level, anchor and commission new moulding machines, granulators, dryers and conveyors, and relocate existing equipment when the production floor is reconfigured.
• Record breakdowns, repairs, parts used and completed preventive maintenance so each machine keeps an accurate service history.
• Follow safe work procedures at all times, including isolation and lockout, machine guarding and permit requirements, and keep the workshop clean and organised.
• Keep track of critical spare parts, raise purchase requests and liaise with suppliers and specialist service technicians when outside support is needed.
• Suggest practical improvements to equipment, tooling and maintenance routines that reduce breakdowns, scrap and cycle times.

Skills

Fitter

Mechanical fitting

Education

AQF Certificate III

AQF Certificate IV

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Piber Plastics Australia is an Australian-owned manufacturer of injection moulded plastic packaging, supplying food, dairy and retail brands along with customers across the broader packaging market. Since opening in 1999, the business has grown into a modern 5,400 square metre production site in Derrimut, in Melbourne's west, where advanced moulding technology works alongside HACCP-accredited systems. An in-house design capability sets Piber apart, helping customers take an idea through to a practical, well-made plastic product, and many return for the consistent quality, dependable turnaround times and personal service the team is known for.

With production running on a wide range of presses, moulds and automated equipment, we are now looking for a skilled Fitter who takes pride in keeping machinery reliable, safe and ready to run. Fitter | Piber Plastics Australia Pty Ltd | Derrimut, VIC Key Responsibilities

• Review each fitting, repair or modification job before starting, choosing the right material, method and order of work and working out the machine settings needed to complete it properly.
• Carry out scheduled and breakdown maintenance on injection moulding machines, robots, conveyors and ancillary plant, including the hydraulic and pneumatic systems that power them.
• Mount, align and change over injection moulds, setting clamps, locating rings, guides, stops and robot end-of-arm tooling so each product run starts cleanly and on time.
• Find the root cause of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults on the production floor and restore equipment quickly to keep downtime and lost output to a minimum.
• Fit and assemble fabricated steel components, brackets, guards, frames and replacement machine parts, both in the workshop and on installed equipment.
• Work to the site's HACCP and hygiene requirements when maintaining equipment that produces food and dairy packaging, including tool and parts control, food-grade lubricants and a thorough clean-down after every job.
• Machine, cut, grind, drill, bore and face metal stock and castings on the lathe, mill, drill press, grinder and hydraulic press to make or modify parts, mould components and fixtures.
• Measure new and repaired parts with micrometers, verniers, dial indicators and feeler gauges to confirm dimensions, clearances, alignment and fit before they go back into service.
• Look after the moulds between runs by cleaning, polishing and lubricating them and replacing worn ejector pins, springs, seals, O-rings and water fittings.
• Cut, thread, bend and install hydraulic and pneumatic pipework, hoses and fittings on presses, robots and auxiliary equipment, and trace and repair leaks.
• Plan maintenance with production supervisors and machine setters around the production schedule, and support the design team during new mould trials and first-off sampling.
• Set up and fine-tune the mechanical and control sequences that govern each moulding cycle, such as ejector, core-pull and robot pick-and-place movements, as well as the settings on in-line cutting, stacking and handling equipment.
• Maintain mould temperature controllers, chillers, cooling water circuits, material dryers and the compressed air system that supports production.
• Install, level, anchor and commission new moulding machines, granulators, dryers and conveyors, and relocate existing equipment when the production floor is reconfigured.
• Record breakdowns, repairs, parts used and completed preventive maintenance so each machine keeps an accurate service history.
• Follow safe work procedures at all times, including isolation and lockout, machine guarding and permit requirements, and keep the workshop clean and organised.
• Keep track of critical spare parts, raise purchase requests and liaise with suppliers and specialist service technicians when outside support is needed.
• Suggest practical improvements to equipment, tooling and maintenance routines that reduce breakdowns, scrap and cycle times.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 1 year of experience as a Fitter or in a comparable mechanical fitting and maintenance role, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV, preferably in a mechanical engineering trade.

Hours: 38 hours per week - Full-time Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation per annum

Personal Attributes

• A practical problem solver who stays calm and methodical during breakdowns
• Precise and careful, with a good eye for detail and tolerances
• Reliable, organised and able to manage priorities in a busy plant
• Keen to learn new equipment and take ownership of their work