About the role

This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for helping ensure the safe, efficient and productive operation of the afternoon shift. You will combine your technical injection moulding and die-setting experience with the ability to lead a team, troubleshoot issues and keep production running smoothly.

Please note: This is a specialist injection moulding position. Applicants must have previous hands-on experience as an Injection Moulding Die Setter.

Key responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Supervising and supporting production employees on the afternoon shift.
- Ensuring production targets, quality standards and safety requirements are met.
- Completing injection moulding die changeovers across a range of machine and mould sizes.
- Performing die insert changes and adjustments.
- Using an overhead crane and forklift to safely complete die changes.
- Completing colour and masterbatch changes.
- Starting up and shutting down injection moulding machines.
- Troubleshooting moulding, machine and production issues.
- Applying practical problem-solving techniques to minimise downtime.
- Monitoring product quality and identifying issues early.

About you

- Demonstrated experience in plastic injection moulding and die setting.
- Previous experience supervising, leading or mentoring production staff,



or the demonstrated capability to step into a supervisory role.
- Solid understanding of injection moulding processes, die changes and machine operation.
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A proactive, practical and "can-do" attitude.
- The ability to troubleshoot problems and make sound decisions under pressure.
- The ability to influence outcomes and build a positive team culture.
- A current forklift licence.
- A hands-on approach and willingness to be actively involved in production.

About us Von Pace Group (VPG) is a proudly Australian-owned and Australian-made, family-owned injection moulding manufacturer based in Carrum Downs, Melbourne's south-east. With more than 35 years' experience in the plastics and injection moulding industry, we provide a broad range of manufacturing solutions to customers across Australia.

Benefits

- A comprehensive site induction before commencing.
- On-site parking.
- The opportunity to build a long-term career within an established Australian manufacturing business.
- The opportunity to take the next step into a leadership role within a growing operation.
- A hands-on role where your technical experience and leadership skills will be valued.

📌 Injection Moulding Die Setter / Afternoon Shift Supervisor (Carrum Downs)
🏢 Von Pace Group
📍 Carrum Downs