Production Operator

aliaxis; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Uniforms provided

Social club

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Philmac, part of Aliaxis, seeks a Production Operator for our North Plympton facility. This full-time permanent role offers a 7am–3pm shift, onsite parking and uniforms, with a pay rate of $30.79 per hour.

You will operate production machinery safely and efficiently, monitor processes, perform quality checks and support changeovers. A reliable, team‑focused attitude and adherence to safety are essential. You will contribute to continuous improvement and work with colleagues to meet targets.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience operating machinery and production equipment.
• Strong commitment to following procedures and work instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Reliable attendance and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor processes and ensure products meet quality standards.
• Perform quality checks and follow documented work instructions.
• Identify and report equipment, quality or process issues.
• Support production changeovers, start-ups and shutdowns.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and teamwork to hit targets.

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Team focus

Job description

Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping and fitting solutions supporting building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the world. With over 15,000 employees, operations in more than 40 countries and 80 manufacturing sites, we are united by our commitment to sustainable, innovative solutions.

Philmac has been operating for more than 90 years, earning a global reputation as the leading innovator in the connection and control of water and energy. Our success is driven by deep engineering expertise and ongoing investment in advanced technology, including automated manufacturing cells and autonomous mobile robots.

We are looking for passionate people who want to be part of this journey and who live our values:

• We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast
• We Care for the environment, our customers and each other
• We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions

About the role

Are you an experienced Production Operator who knows how to keep a production line running safely, efficiently and to a high standard?

Full-time permanent opportunities based at North Plympton, onsite parking and uniforms provided

We are continuing to grow and have 3 Day Shift Production Operator roles available

Monday to Friday -7am to 3pm - $30.79 per hour

What you'll do

• Operating production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently
• Monitoring production processes and ensuring products meet quality standardsCompleting quality checks and following documented work instructions
• Identifying and reporting equipment, quality or process issues
• Supporting production changeovers, start-ups and shutdowns
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work environment
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Working collaboratively with your team to achieve production targets

About you

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience operating machinery and production equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and enthusiastic about automation and new technology
• Strong commitment to maintaining a consistent and reliable attendance rate
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• The ability to follow procedures and work instructions
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on quality
• The ability to troubleshoot issues and identify opportunities for improvement
• Reliability, a positive attitude and a strong team focus
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Australian Resident or Permanent resident with full working rights
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, injection moulding, extrusion or a similar manufacturing environment will be highly regarded

Why Join Us? We Care

• Onsite parking, social club, and uniform provided
• A commitment to a safe working environment with "Go for Zero".
• Work for a business that cares about sustainability and impact.
• Industry-leading paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program for you & your family.
• Recognition programs and service awards.
• Mentoring opportunities to grow your career.
• Career development opportunities locally and globally.