Plastics Technician

About the Role:

McNeall Plastics is seeking an experienced Plastics Technician to join our team in Unanderra, NSW on a full-time, ongoing basis.

From $79,500 a year + Superannuation

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor cast nylon equipment, including start-up, shut-down, and in-process control of casting and polymerisation plant.
• Prepare and mix raw materials (caprolactam, catalysts, activators, additives) and charge them to the process.
• Control temperature, vacuum, and reaction parameters through the polymerisation cycle, and record process conditions.
• Carry out moulding and polymerisation, including mould preparation and tooling set-up.
• Inspect finished castings and run quality checks (dimensions, hardness, appearance, colour, voids).
• Troubleshoot faults when castings or readings fall outside standard, and adjust the process or arrange repair.
• Cut, machine, and finish cast nylon to drawing.
• Keep production records, coordinate the casting line, and recommend changes that improve yield or consistency.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Minimum Cert III / Trade Qualification in Polymer Processing (or equivalent) OR at least 3 years of relevant professional experience as a Plastics Technician.
• Demonstrated practical knowledge of polymer production, machine operation, and quality inspection.