Our client are a specialised rubber compounder, supplying rubber to numerous industries throughout Australia, New Zealand and Asia, and now seeking a relevantly experienced Rubber Production Machine Operator.
SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES & TASKS
1. Observation and implementation of safe operating procedures to ensure own safety and the safety of other employees and machinery.
2. Operation of mill: Setting up the mill.Cutting down.Feeding cross over.Feeding onto the takeaway conveyer belt.Monitoring the mill.Fixing jams.
3. Operation of batch-out, mixers, in a safe and efficient manner as per procedures.
4. Operation of downstream processing equipment.
5. Activities related to the storage of materials and products.
6. Cleanliness of the production and storage areas.
7. Follow all relevant Production safe work procedures.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
8. Year 10 or equivalent (demonstrate basic mathematics adding, subtraction, multiplication)
9. Good written & verbal communication Skills (need to be able to read safe work procures written in English and complete multiple-choice test).
10. Must be able to hold and use tools with their righthand.
11. Physically fit and capable, demanding task, no restriction on weight or being on their feet all day.
12. A pre-employment medical is required for all candidates, this will include drug and alcohol screening, audiometric and spirometry (lung function).
HOURS OF WORK
13. Monday to Friday
14. 5:00 am – 1:06 pm
15. Overtime, when available from 1:06 pm occasionally Saturday
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
16. Indoors, building is not heated or cooled
17. Millmen, spends most of the day standing
18. Exposure to noise, dust, carbon black and rubber fume
19. Rubber on the mill hot, temperature will vary between 90 – 170°C
20. The mill is classified as heavy machinery
PPE REQUIRED
21. Safety footwear
22. Safety glasses
23. Hearing protection
24. Heat resistant gloves
25. High visibility clothing, long sleeves and trousers or overalls
26. Respirator P2 type.
27. On occasions additional PPE maybe required.
Right to Work
The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.