TriCab is a leading Australian owned cable manufacturer, providing customised and engineered solutions which reflect our core values of innovation, quality, and pride. We employ a local workforce that manufactures the best product – both in quality and service.
This position is based on-site at our Head Office & Manufacturing / Warehouse facility in Port Melbourne, just moments from the West Gate and Monash Freeways.
About the role We are looking for a reliable operator to efficiently operate and monitor our plastic compound production area and maintain plant integrity.
This is a full time role, working 12 hour shifts averaged across a fortnight (7 shifts
inclusive of 3.8 hours overtime a fortnight ) on
permanent night shift
(6pm-6am), affording great work-life balance on a Mon-Wed/Mon-Thurs roster.
*Please note, night shifts will commence following an initial training period on day shift.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Setting up, loading and unloading compounding machine
Monitoring compounding machine
Troubleshooting and cleaning production machinery
Manual handling, including lifting of equipment and materials as required
About you Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate commitment,
initiative and reliability
Ability to do manual lifting and be physically fit
Flexibility to work different shifts and help out where required
Experience as a plastic compound machine operator (buss machine operation preferred, but not essential)
A current forklift license and experience The ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Basic computer, literacy, numeracy, problem solving and communication skills
You will have some relevant polymer compounding experience, but equally significant is your
willingness and desire to learn
and be a diligent key member of our high performing team
Why work with TriCab? TriCab is a leading manufacturing company, with an inclusive and supportive culture. We offer a range of employee benefits, including –
A competitive base hourly rate(with initial starter rate increase after competency)
Company paid Life and Income insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Reimbursements for ambulance cover and forklift license renewals
*Only successful candidates will be contacted.
*Please note a valid high-risk work license and successful medical and police checks are a requirement for this role.