Plastic Technician

North West Queensland; Hughenden; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollimans seeks a qualified Plastics Technician to join the production team in Hughenden, QLD. You will program, adjust, repair and maintain plastics manufacturing machines, ensuring efficiency, quality and safety across operations.

The role involves supervising resin loading, calibrating machines, conducting QA tests, and recording production data to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or equivalent qualification in plastics technology or related trade.
• Demonstrated experience in plastics manufacturing or machine operation.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate workflow processes.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate production machinery using knowledge of polymers, additives, and related materials.
• Supervise the loading of polymer resins and additives into machines.
• Inspect, calibrate, and regulate machines to maintain optimal performance.
• Conduct routine quality control tests, including dimensional checks, hardness, color clarity, and appearance.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust machines to minimize downtime.
• Prepare production and maintenance schedules to maximize productivity.
• Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Maintain accurate records of operational and production data.

Job description

Hollimans are seeking a qualified Plastics Technician to join their production team in Hughenden QLD. This role is responsible for programming, adjusting, repairing, and maintaining machines that manufacture plastic products. You will play a key part in ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety across our plastics manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Program and operate production machinery using knowledge of polymers, additives, and related materials.
• Supervise the loading of polymer resins and additives into machines.
• Inspect, calibrate, and regulate machines to maintain optimal performance.
• Conduct routine quality control tests, including dimensional checks, hardness, clarity of color, and appearance.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust machines to minimize downtime.
• Prepare production and maintenance schedules to maximize productivity.
• Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Maintain accurate records of operational and production data.

Skills & Experience

• Certificate III or equivalent qualification in plastics technology or related trade (Skill Level 3).
• Demonstrated experience in plastics manufacturing or machine operation.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate workflow processes.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.

Salary range is $75,000 - $95,000pa commensurate with experience.

Fulltime Position available

Applications open on 14th September 2026 and closes on 14th October 2026