PLASTIC TECHNICIAN

Recruitment Innovations; Unanderra; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotoplas Trolleys & Tanks in Unanderra NSW is seeking an experienced Plastics Technician for permanent, full-time work onsite. You will set up extrusion equipment, monitor production, troubleshoot issues, and conduct quality inspections to ensure product specifications are met.

Requirements include a Plastics Technology qualification (or related) and 3+ years in plastics manufacturing/extrusion, with knowledge of PE/HDPE.

Qualifications

• Relevant Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Plastics Technology or related field
• Minimum 3 years plastics manufacturing & extrusion experience
• Experience with PE/HDPE or similar thermoplastics
• Strong process troubleshooting and quality control skills
• Pipe extrusion manufacturing experience highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate and operate plastic extrusion equipment.
• Monitor and adjust production parameters to meet product specifications.
• Troubleshoot processing and equipment issues.
• Conduct product testing and quality inspections.
• Perform tooling and product changeovers.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Support process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health, safety and environmental requirements.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Education

Diploma in Plastics Technology / Polymer Technology / Manufacturing Engineering

3+ years plastics manufacturing & extrusion experience

Experience with PE/HDPE or similar thermoplastics

Strong process troubleshooting & quality control

Pipe extrusion manufacturing experience

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Rotoplas Trolleys & Tanks is seeking an experienced Plastics Technician to join our manufacturing team in Unanderra NSW . Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, calibrate and operate plastic extrusion equipment.
• Monitor and adjust production parameters to meet product specifications.
• Troubleshoot processing and equipment issues.
• Conduct product testing and quality inspections.
• Perform tooling and product changeovers.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Support process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health, safety and environmental requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma or equivalent qualification in Plastics Technology, Polymer Technology, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field; or
• Minimum 3 years' relevant experience in plastics manufacturing and extrusion processing.
• Experience with PE, HDPE or similar thermoplastic materials.
• Strong process troubleshooting and quality control skills.
• Pipe extrusion manufacturing experience highly regarded.

Salary range is $75,000 - $85,000pa commensurate with experience. Fulltime Position available Applications open on 13th October 2026 and closes on 13th November 2026