Factory Maintenance Technician / Fitter
Location:Lonsdale, South Australia
About Wing Plastics
Wing Plastics is a privately owned Australian company based in Adelaide's southern suburbs and a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging solutions.
Since commencing operations in ****, we have experienced consistent growth through our commitment to quality, innovation, customer service, and our people.
Our diverse product range services industries including fresh produce, bakery, home and garden, and ice packaging.
We pride ourselves on providing a protected, supportive workplace where employees are valued and encouraged to develop their skills.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and reliableFactory Maintenance Technicianto join our Maintenance Team at our Lonsdale manufacturing facility.
Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and reliability of our production equipment and factory infrastructure.
This position is ideally suited to a qualifiedFitter & Turner, however we also welcome applications from candidates with transferable mechanical maintenance experience from similar manufacturing or industrial environments.
Key Responsibilities
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
Performing preventative and breakdown maintenance on manufacturing equipment
Maintaining plastic extrusion, printing press and bag conversion machinery
Greasing, servicing and inspecting production equipment
Removing, cleaning and reinstalling mechanical components
Coolant flushing and replacement
Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults and equipment breakdowns
Repairing damaged threads,



bolts and mechanical components
Troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic systems
Carrying out general maintenance and repairs throughout the factory
Assisting with continuous improvement initiatives to maximise equipment reliability
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Trade qualifications as a Fitter & Turner (preferred but not essential)
Mechanical experience within a manufacturing, industrial or relevant environment
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Experience with pneumatic systems (desirable but not essential)
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
A strong commitment to workplace safety
Applicants with relevant transferable skills from similar industries are encouraged to apply, as training will be provided for the right candidate.
Working Hours
This role involves rotating betweenday(6am-2.06pm and afternoon shifts(2pm-*****pm, with the afternoon shift attracting a20% shift loading.
Occasional overtime and Saturday morning work may be required and will be available when operational needs demand.
Why Join Wing Plastics?
Stable, long-term employment with a growing Australian manufacturer
Competitive remuneration plus shift loading and overtime rates
Overtime opportunities
On-the-job training and career development
Supportive and experienced maintenance team
Opportunity to develop your skills on specialised manufacturing equipment
If you are looking for a secure, long-term career with a successful South Australian manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of the Wing Plastics team.

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