At ITW, we're not just a company; we're a community of innovators. We're seeking a skilled and motivated Die Setter / Production Leading Hand – Plastics to join our Operations team at Chirnside Park.
About ITW
A Fortune 300 Company with a proud legacy spanning over 100 years
Trusted, market‐leading brands used by professionals worldwide
Entrepreneurial culture where ownership, continuous improvement and innovation are encouraged
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Die Setter – Plastics to join our Operations team. Reporting to the Production Leading Hand – Plastics, this is an onsite role based at our Chirnside Park facility.
This position plays a key role in leading and coordinating production teams across multiple work cells, ensuring safe, efficient and high‐quality manufacturing outcomes.
What You'll Do
Lead safely every day: Provide visible safety leadership and actively drive a strong safety culture across production areas
Deliver operational results: Coordinate labour, schedules and resources to achieve KPIs
Support die setting operations: Perform die setting and changeovers as required to maintain production flow and equipment performance
Drive continuous improvement: Initiate and lead improvement activities focused on waste reduction, productivity, 5S and ITW Toolbox principles
Ensure product availability and quality: Manage inventory and stock controls to meet customer demand and quality standards
Develop people: Train, coach and support team members; maintain skills matrices and standard operating procedures
Maintain inventory accuracy: Complete cycle counts, BOM audits and system transactions to improve process
What You'll Bring
* Proven experience in manufacturing or operations leadership, ideally within plastics or high‐volume manufacturing
* A demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
* Strong communication and problem‐solving skills with the ability to lead teams effectively
* Forklift licence is essential
* Confidence working across shifts and supporting production leadership as required
Why Join ITW?
Unlock Your Potential: We invest in your development and support your career growth
Collaborative Culture: Work with experienced, supportive and engaged manufacturing teams
Competitive Pay & Benefits: Including site‐based benefits and development opportunities
Stability & Purpose: Join a well‐established organisation with long‐term growth plans
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a proactive manufacturing leader with strong die setting capability and a passion for safe, high‐performance production environments, we'd love to hear from you.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
To apply, you must reside in Australia and have full working rights.
ITW is proud to be endorsed as an employer for all women by WORK180.
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