Rubber Production Machine Operator

SEC Business Group Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SEC Business Group Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Rubber Production Machine Operators to support our conveyor, rubber production, and industrial services operations. This hands-on role involves operating and monitoring machinery used in the manufacture, processing, and preparation of rubber products in accordance with safety, quality, and production requirements.

The position is suited to candidates with experience in industrial rubber production environments and offers opportunities to work

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' relevant experience in rubber production, rubber processing, or a closely related industrial manufacturing role.
• Experience operating industrial machinery in a production environment.
• Ability to follow technical instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures.
• Good attention to detail and quality control.
• Physical fitness suitable for manual and machine-based work.
• Ability to work shifts and overtime where required.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for record keeping and reporting.
• A strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Formal trade qualifications are desirable but not essential where equivalent practical experience can be demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up and regulate rubber production machinery and equipment.
• Load, measure and mix raw materials and compounds in accordance with production specifications.
• Operate rubber moulding, extrusion, vulcanising, curing, and finishing equipment.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust controls to maintain product quality.
• Inspect finished rubber products to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Identify faults, defects, or equipment issues and report them appropriately.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of machinery and work areas.
• Maintain production records and documentation as required.
• Comply with workplace health and safety policies, procedures, and standards at all times.
• Work effectively as part of a production and operations team.

Skills

Rubber production

Machinery operation

Quality control

Safety procedures

Documentation / record keeping

Education

Trade qualifications desirable

Tools

Industrial machines

Job description

SEC Business Group Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Rubber Production Machine Operators to support our growing conveyor, rubber production, and industrial services operations. This role involves operating and monitoring machinery used in the manufacture, processing, and preparation of rubber products in accordance with safety, quality, and production requirements.

The position is hands‑on and suited to candidates with experience in industrial rubber production environments.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

• Operating, setting, and regulating rubber production machinery and equipment
• Loading, measuring, and mixing raw materials and compounds in accordance with production specifications
• Operating rubber moulding, extrusion, vulcanising, curing, and finishing equipment
• Monitoring machine performance and adjusting controls to maintain product quality
• Inspecting finished rubber products to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards
• Identifying faults, defects, or equipment issues and reporting them appropriately
• Performing basic maintenance and cleaning of machinery and work areas
• Maintaining production records and documentation as required
• Complying with workplace health and safety policies, procedures, and standards at all times
• Working effectively as part of a production and operations team

Applicants with experience in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Rubber Extrusion Machine Operator

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, applicants should demonstrate:

• At least 2 years' relevant experience in rubber production, rubber processing, or a closely related industrial manufacturing role
• Experience operating industrial machinery in a production environment
• Ability to follow technical instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures
• Good attention to detail and quality control
• Physical fitness suitable for manual and machine-based work
• Ability to work shifts and overtime where required
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for record keeping and reporting
• A strong commitment to workplace safety

Formal trade qualifications are desirable but not essential where equivalent practical experience can be demonstrated.

Salary and Conditions

• Salary will be offered in line with market rates and the applicable industrial instrument
• Superannuation contributions will be paid in accordance with Australian legislation
• Employment conditions will comply with the National Employment Standards and relevant Award provisions