Gough Plastics is seeking a motivated and experienced Plastic Roto Moulding Ovens Operator to join our production team in Townsville, QLD.
In this hands‐on role, you'll operate and monitor roto moulding ovens, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‐quality manufacturing. You'll play a key part in meeting production targets, maintaining safety standards, and training assistant operators.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and monitor roto moulding ovens in line with production schedules
* Ensure safety compliance, including forklift and gantry crane operations
* Train and mentor assistant oven operators
* Perform start‐up/shutdown procedures, complete shift reports, and maintain production records
* Troubleshoot process faults and recommend improvements to cook times/designs
* Maintain shop floor organization and cleanliness to 5S standards
* Conduct preventative maintenance and attend to breakdowns
* Monitor raw material levels and coordinate workflow to maximize oven utilization
* Carry out product inspections (thickness, colour, inserts) to ensure quality
What We're Looking For
* Certificate III in Roto Moulding or 3+ years' experience in oven roto moulding/extrusion/injection moulding
* Ability to operate PLC/computer‐controlled ovens
* Skilled in manual handling and use of hand tools
* Forklift, EWP, and gantry crane operation (training/tickets provided if required)
* Strong technical understanding of oven processes
* KPI‐driven, solution‐focused, and committed to continuous improvement
Salary range is $70,000 - $85,000 pa, commensurate with experience.
Full‐time position available.
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