Job Description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

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Job Description

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The Role We are seeking an experienced Industrial Automation Technologist to support PLC driven automation, robotics and injection moulding machinery in a high volume manufacturing environment. This hands on role focuses on fault finding, preventative maintenance, die setting and continuous improvement to maximise OEE, safety and product quality.

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You will work closely with production, maintenance and quality teams to minimise downtime and support reliable 24/7 operations. This is a full time Sydney based role offering exposure to modern automation technology, stable employment and opportunities to contribute to system improvements and upgrades.

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Key Responsibilities Automation & Technical Maintenance

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- Integrate industrial robots into handling, inspection and packaging duty and verify the safety interlocks before anything runs
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- Run root cause analysis on recurring and new faults, troubleshoot and maintain industrial automation equipment in a 24/7 manufacturing workplace
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- Service, repair and set up injection moulding machines, robotics, IML systems and auxiliaries
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- Fault find and replace mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components
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- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance, upgrades and calibrations
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- Complete major overhauls and support complex processing and die setting issues
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- Install, modify and repair machinery with or without technical schematics
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Production & Die Setting

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- Perform die changes, insert and colour changes, machine start ups and shutdowns
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- Set, adjust and optimise robotics, machine software and process parameters
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- Troubleshoot production faults, including IML and high speed packaging issues; optimise control systems and delivering automation improvements
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- Maintain cycle times and ensure products meet quality and specification standards
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- Support production operators to ensure safe and efficient machine operation
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Continuous Improvement

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- Develop and implement automation improvements and new processes
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- Support continuous improvement through automation design, build, programming and optimisation
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- Analyse root causes of downtime, defects and waste and implement corrective actions
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- Maintain accurate records of downtime, rejects, NCRs and maintenance activity
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- Recommend improvements to equipment performance, productivity and product quality
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Quality & Compliance

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- Work closely with QA to ensure equipment meets product, regulatory and customer requirements
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- Ensure compliance with site quality systems, HACCP and food safety standards
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- Verify new or modified automation systems prior to production handover
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Safety & Housekeeping

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- Carry out all work in line with WHS legislation, site procedures and permits
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- Identify, report and rectify hazards and near misses
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- Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas and equipment
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Communication & Team Support

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- Communicate and elevate technical issues across shifts to ensure operational continuity
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- Supervise and support third party service technicians as required
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- Assist with training and upskilling of production and maintenance teams
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- Participate in toolbox talks, shift handovers and CI forums
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About You

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- A bachelor's degree in mechatronic engineering
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- Minimum of 3 - 4 years hands-on industrial automation experience in a production or manufacturing environment
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- PLC development with genuine fluency in structured text and ladder logic
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- Experience in robot integration in handling, inspection or packaging duty
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📌 Industrial Automation Technologist (Sydney)
🏢 Ayva Packaging Pty
📍 Sydney