Mechanical Production Technician

Sunnyfield; Australia; On-site; AUD 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organization in Australia is seeking a Mechanical Production Technician to maintain and troubleshoot packaging lines. You will ensure compliance with quality standards and provide technical support across teams. Ideal candidates will have a Certificate IV in engineering, a mechanical aptitude, and at least 2 years' experience in manufacturing. This is a full-time permanent position with a salary of AUD 77,000 per annum plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience in a mechanical production or maintenance role.
• Experience operating and maintaining diverse manufacturing equipment.
• Background in FMCG or pharmaceutical production highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and TGA quality and compliance standards.
• Conduct complex troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate IV in engineering or Bachelor's in technology

Tools

PLC

Circuit boards

Sensors

Job description

Are you mechanicallyminded with a passion for precision and production excellence? Join SunnyfieldPackaging Services, part of one of NSW’s most respected not-for-profitorganisations supporting people with disability. Our TGA-accredited facility isseeking an experienced Mechanical Production Technician to maintain andoptimise our high-performance packaging lines.

TheCompany
Sunnyfield is more thana workplace—it’s a community. With a person-centred approach and a teamdedicated to quality and inclusion, you’ll find purpose in every part of yourrole while being supported in your professional growth.

About the Role
As a Mechanical ProductionTechnician, you will be responsible for setting up, maintaining, andtroubleshooting specialised manufacturing equipment to ensure smooth,efficient, and compliant operations within a TGA-regulated environment. Yourtechnical expertise will directly support quality production outcomes that meetclient expectations..

Your responsibilities will include the following but notlimited to:
Provide technical support to all relevant departments and technical teams to assist with any technical issues in the organisation.
Liaise with senior engineer and the technical team regarding mechanical design, production, testing, or any documentation-related issue of all machinery and equipment.
Set-up, calibrate, and complete machine changeovers in accordance with TGA manufacturing instructions and SOPs
Maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment.
Providing regular calibration audits on equipment.
Conduct complex troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to minimise downtime
Ensure high-quality production with minimal waste and efficient cycle times
Adhere to HACCP and TGA quality and compliance standards
Perform site inspection to ensure compliance as per the requirements to increase efficiency.
Ability to understand and implement quality management systems, tools, and processes within a culture of continuous improvement
Effective oral and written communication skills with an ability to liaise with clients, vendor and contractor
Ability to identify errors and have key attention to detail in assessing the information.
Installations, assemble, setup and test all the electronic equipment and machine.
Work with various electronic devices, including circuit boards, sensors, PLC, and power supplies.
Diagnose and troubleshoot electronic faults in the manufacturing equipment
Understanding the importance of safe work procedures in a food environment and adherence to the implementation of principles of food safety.

Tobe successful in the role you would ideally have:
At least a Certificate IV in engineering or Bachelors in technology.
Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience in a mechanical production or maintenance role.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently or in a team
Experience operating and maintaining diverse manufacturing equipment
Background in FMCG or pharmaceutical production highly desirable
Must have experience working with people with a disability

Otherdetails:
Job Type: Full Time permanent
Salary: AUD 77,000 per annum + Superannuation

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Apply nowand send your resume.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted andyour application will betreated as strictly confidential.