Plastics Technician, PE Extrusion and Corrugation

Plascorp is one of Australia's leading privately owned manufacturers and distributors of industrial ducting, mine ventilation, PVC and PE pipe and steel reinforcing solutions. As part of a significant investment in our Australian manufacturing capability, we are commissioning a new PE corrugated pipe manufacturing line at our Altona North facility.

We are seeking technically capable Plastics Technicians to become part of the core team responsible for operating, developing and optimising this current manufacturing capability. This is a technically focused manufacturing role. We are looking for people with solid mechanical and technical aptitude who can develop a detailed understanding of the extrusion and corrugation process, take ownership of product quality and machine performance, and diagnose and resolve production issues.

The role provides a structured technical development pathway, with progression based on training, demonstrated competency and technical capability.

Key Responsibilities

- Set up, operate and optimise PE extrusion and corrugation equipment
- Monitor and adjust process parameters to maintain stable production and product quality
- Complete tooling, product and size changes
- Diagnose process, mechanical and product quality issues
- Undertake machine setup and production changeovers
- Monitor raw material usage and manage material inputs to the extrusion process
- Conduct quality testing to relevant Australian Standards and site requirements
- Identify opportunities to improve output, quality, scrap performance and machine utilisation
- Complete production, quality and process records
- Conduct pre-start, process and safety inspections
- Operate overhead gantry cranes and forklifts as required
- Work closely with Maintenance, Quality and Production teams to resolve technical issues
- Maintain high standards of safety,



housekeeping and equipment care

Skills and Experience

We are looking for people with strong technical capability and a genuine interest in understanding and improving manufacturing processes.

Ideally, you will have

- Experience in plastics extrusion, polymer processing or a similar continuous manufacturing environment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated troubleshooting capability
- Experience setting up and adjusting complex production machinery
- An understanding of process control and the relationship between machine settings, materials and finished product quality
- Experience completing tooling or product changeovers
- A Certificate III in Engineering, Mechanical Trade, Polymer Processing or equivalent qualification will be highly regarded
- Current forklift licence or willingness to obtain one
- Strong numeracy and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions when production issues arise
- A strong commitment to safety, quality and equipment care

Development and Career Opportunity

Plascorp intends to build a highly skilled technical team around this new manufacturing capability. Successful candidates will undertake structured training and competency development covering process control, extrusion and corrugation technology, tooling, quality, troubleshooting and production optimisation. As technical capability develops, there will be opportunities for increased responsibility and progression within the manufacturing team.

For people who want to develop genuine technical expertise in plastics manufacturing, this represents an opportunity to become part of the foundation team for a significant new Australian manufacturing capability.

Why Join Us?

At Plascorp, we offer a dynamic work environment where your contributions make a difference. You will have the opportunity to work and grow within a supportive team.

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📌 Plastics Technician, PE Extrusion and Corrugation (Melbourne)
🏢 Plascorp
📍 Melbourne