Our company is a successful Australian manufacturer established in 1993, major supplier of packaging materials. This opportunity will see you join a strong brand, highly experienced team with a reputation for blow moulding & Injection machines.

We are seeking a self-motivated, reliable  Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our company based in Laverton North VIC

Responsibilities of this role include:

• Preparing drawings, plans and designs for mechanical engineering work;
• Selecting tools and equipment;
• Assembling and installing new and modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools;
• Assisting Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists in the design of mechanical equipment and plant;
• Estimating material costs and quantities, and machine requirements;
• Program and install machines and equipment;
• Identify faults in machines and equipment;
• Communicate with suppliers to order replacement parts for the machines and equipment;
• Repair equipment , and replace faulty parts of the equipment;
• Conduct testing programs;
• Organising and supervising inspection and maintenance of machines and plants;
• Liaise with technicians, system designers, and office staff.
• Ensuring that designs and finished work are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions
• Determining, implementing and monitoring engineering strategies, policies and plans. establishing project schedules and budgets;
• Ensuring the works of other Mechanical Engineering Technicians meet the engineering standards of quality; observing costs , safety, timeliness and performance
• Interpreting plans, drawings and specifications, and providing advice on engineering methods and procedures to achieve construction and production requirements to factory works and other Mechanical Engineering Technicians
• Ensuring the finished products conformity with specifications and plans, and with laws, regulations and safety standards
• Overseeing maintenance requirements to optimise efficiency
• Liaising with marketing, research and manufacturing managers regarding engineering aspects of new construction and product design

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Minimum 2 years experience in the plastic industry
• Experience with Valves, hydraulics, conveyors, Pneumatics, air cylinders, welding, fabrication
• A strong commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork
• Welding skills would be advantageous
• Good troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
• Carrying out preventative and breakdown maintenance on all machinery
• Sound problem solving and fault-finding skills