Shift Setters – (Plastics Manufacturing / Packaging)

SUMMARY:
We’re looking for motivated Shift Setters with strong mechanical aptitude and a proactive attitude to join a manufacturing environment.

POSITION INFO:

Responsibilities

• Set production machinery according to required standards.

• Conduct mould and material trials.

• Monitor production efficiency and minimise material wastage.

• Identify and report machine, mould and maintenance issues.

• Ensure product quality, housekeeping and safety standards.

• Maintain and care for machinery and moulds.

• Take initiative and assist with production problem-solving.

• Develop into a supervisory role, overseeing packers and downstream operators during afternoon and night shifts.

• Work overtime when required.

Requirements

• N3 qualification essential; N4 or higher advantageous.

• Trade-tested Electrical or Mechanical candidates without an N qualification may be considered.

• Minimum 3 years experience in a production or manufacturing environment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and a hands-on approach.

• Machine-setting or mechanical experience advantageous.

• Exposure to stretch blow moulding preferred.

• Must be willing to work shifts and have reliable own transport.

• Must be proactive, take initiative and demonstrate leadership potential.