Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
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.
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 contemporary automation technology, stable employment and opportunities to contribute to system improvements and upgrades.
Key Responsibilities Automation & Technical Maintenance
Integrate industrial robots into handling, inspection and packaging duty and verify the safety interlocks before anything runs
Run root cause analysis on recurring and new faults, troubleshoot and maintain industrial automation equipment in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
Service, repair and set up injection moulding machines, robotics, IML systems and auxiliaries
Fault find and replace mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components
Perform preventative and predictive maintenance, upgrades and calibrations
Complete major overhauls and support complex processing and die setting issues
Install, modify and repair machinery with or without technical schematics
Production & Die Setting
Perform die changes, insert and colour changes, machine start ups and shutdowns
Set, adjust and optimise robotics, machine software and process parameters
Troubleshoot production faults,



including IML and high speed packaging issues; optimise control systems and delivering automation improvements
Maintain cycle times and ensure products meet quality and specification standards
Support production operators to ensure protected and efficient machine operation
Continuous Improvement
Develop and implement automation improvements and new processes
Support continuous improvement through automation design, build, programming and optimisation
Analyse root causes of downtime, defects and waste and implement corrective actions
Maintain accurate records of downtime, rejects, NCRs and maintenance activity
Recommend improvements to equipment performance, productivity and product quality
Quality & Compliance
Work closely with QA to ensure equipment meets product, regulatory and customer requirements
Ensure compliance with site quality systems, HACCP and food safety standards
Verify new or modified automation systems prior to production handover
Safety & Housekeeping
Carry out all work in line with WHS legislation, site procedures and permits
Identify, report and rectify hazards and near misses
Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas and equipment
Communication & Team Support
Communicate and elevate technical issues across shifts to ensure operational continuity
Supervise and support third party service technicians as required
Assist with training and upskilling of production and maintenance teams
Participate in toolbox talks, shift handovers and CI forums
About You
A bachelor's degree in mechatronic engineering
Minimum of 3 - 4 years hands-on industrial automation experience in a production or manufacturing environment
PLC development with genuine fluency in structured text and ladder logic
Experience in robot integration in handling, inspection or packaging duty
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📌 Industrial Automation Technologist (Sydney)
🏢 Ayva Packaging Pty
📍 Sydney