Circular Plastics Australia (PE) is a joint venture between Pact Group and Cleanaway, operating Australasia’s largest end-to-end polyethylene (PE) recycling facility in Laverton, Victoria. The state-of-the-art plant processes more than 20,000 tonnes of HDPE and PP plastic annually into high-quality recycled resin for use in food, beverage, personal care, and industrial packaging, helping businesses reduce their reliance on virgin plastic and supporting a circular economy.

Job Description

The primary purpose of the Extrusion Operator role is to efficiently operate and maintain food grade extrusion machinery to produce high-quality recycled plastic resin products.

This involves ensuring the production process runs smoothly, meeting quality standards, and adhering to safety protocols.

Shift Pattern:

- Tuesday to Thursday: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Friday: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Your key responsibilities will be to:

- Operate extrusion machines to produce high-quality food grade plastic resin products according to specifications.
- Set up extrusion machines to produce different resin types in line with product specifications.
- Prepare raw material for extrusion, load and bag as required.
- Maintain and change dies, cutting blades and filters as required based on product specifications
- Monitor the machines operating conditions such as heat,



pressure, vacuum, amps etc.
- Monitor the production process and perform regular quality checks to ensure products meet required standards using test equipment – melt flow index, bulk density, resin colour L,a,b, etc.
- Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of extrusion equipment to minimize downtime.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working setting.
- Maintain accurate production records and report any issues or discrepancies to the Shift Lead.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

- Previous experience operating and maintaining extrusion machinery
- AQF Certificate III in Polymer Processing or equivalent an advantage
- Forklift licence an advantage
- Strong safety mindset and willing to speak up
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Physically fit and capable of manual duties including moderate to heavy lifting
- SAP experience an advantage

Additional Information

- Competitive hourly rate + overtime and allowances
- Career development and progression opportunities within Pact Group
- Free onsite parking and annual flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support
- Supportive, safety-first team environment

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📌 Extrusion Operator (Hobsons Bay City)
🏢 Pact Group
📍 Hobsons Bay City