Machine Operator

Symmetry Human Resources; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Stable, ongoing employment

Clean, safe and modern facility

Job summary

Symmetry Human Resources is seeking an extrusion operator in the Dandenong South area. You will operate and set plastic extrusion machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently and to quality standards.

Key duties include setting and operating extrusion machinery, machine set-ups and die changes, adjusting speeds and temperatures, monitoring production and product quality, and working with colleagues to hit targets. Full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in plastics extrusion or machine-setting is preferred.
• Willingness to undergo full training for the right candidate.
• Commitment to safe, accurate production.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion machinery.
• Adjust speeds, temperatures and settings.
• Monitor production quality and output.
• Collaborate with operators to meet targets.
• Adhere to safety and production procedures.

Skills

Machinery operation

Machine setting

Quality monitoring

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Job description

Looking to build your career in plastics extrusion and manufacturing?

Based in Dandenong South, this is a great oportunituJoin an established industry leader offering excellent rates, full training, job stability and the opportunity to develop specialist technical skills.

Why Apply?

• Day: $39.60/hr
• Afternoon: $45.54/hr
• Night: $51.48/hr
• Monday–Friday | 8-hour shifts
• Choose the shift that suits you
• Full training provided
• Stable, ongoing employment
• Clean, safe and modern facility
• Develop valuable extrusion and machine-setting skills
• Opportunity to take ownership of your machine and production line

21st August, 2026

The Role You will operate and set plastic extrusion machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently and to quality standards.

Key duties include:

• Setting and operating extrusion machinery
• Machine set-ups and die changes
• Adjusting speeds, temperatures and machine settings
• Monitoring production and product quality
• Working closely with other operators to achieve targets
• Following strict safety and production procedures

Plastics, extrusion or machine-setting experience is highly regarded, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.