Six Degrees are partnering with Chobani during a major phase of growth and site expansion within their manufacturing operations at their Dandenong site. With increasing consumer demand and significant investment across the facility, Chobani is expanding processing and filling capability, upgrading production infrastructure, and introducing recent equipment and lines across the site, all while maintaining day-to-day operations.
This role is open to junior Automation/Controls Engineers looking to develop or Electricians wanting to progress into Automation.
As part of this growth, they are looking an
Automation Technician to work on Afternoon shift
to support plant reliability, automation performance, and ongoing operational improvement across the facility.
The Role
This is a hands-on Automation Technician role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, focused on plant reliability, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and supporting the introduction of new equipment and lines across the facility. You will play a key role in identifying and resolving automation issues while supporting ongoing operational and capital project activity across the site.
Key Responsibilities include:
Troubleshooting automation and control sequence issues across manufacturing lines
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives with process engineering teams
Learning and supporting newly installed equipment and production lines
Assisting with commissioning activities during expansion projects
Reviewing valve sequences, automation steps,



false paths, and system functionality to improve plant performance and reliability
About You
Experience within automated manufacturing or FMCG environment essential
Tertiary qualifications relevant to automation EG Diploma of Industrial Automation, process control or similar
Previous experience working with Rockwell PLC ControlLogixCompactLogixRSLOGIX**** essential
Familiarity with PID controls and I/O Networks
Exposure to commissioning or continuous improvement activities will be highly regarded
Solid understanding of SCADA system programming and troubleshooting including Wonderware and ignition
What's on Offer
Join Chobani during a major site expansion and capital investment phase, with significant upgrades and new production capability being introduced across the facility
Exposure to large-scale automation, commissioning, and manufacturing projects within a high-growth FMCG environment
Genuine long-term growth opportunity within a business continuing to invest heavily in manufacturing, innovation, and operational expansion
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📌 Automation Technician (Melbourne)
🏢 Six Degrees Executive
📍 Melbourne