399936 Plastics Technician

Role overview

Programs, adjusts, repairs, maintains and troubleshoots machines which manufacture plastic products.

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Tasks

• Programs production machinery, using knowledge of polymers, additives and other materials
• Inspects, calibrates and regulates machines, and conducts ongoing basic quality control tests
• Troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts machines which manufacture plastic products
• Prepares production and maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and maximise productivity
• Recommends technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality or performance
• Completes routine quality checks on the product, such as dimensional checks, hardness, clarity of colour and appearances
• Coordinates production and workflow processes, and keeps records of operational or production data

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