• Full time permanent position
• Day Shift Hours, 6AM-2PM  
• Highly competitive hourly rate $54-56p.h + OT @ OT rate
• Must be experienced in Injection Molding (Husky)machinery maintenance or similar 
• MUST BE PR or Citizen & Living in Australia

My client, a leading FMCG manufacturer, is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Technician & Maintenance Fitter to join their team at their state-of-the-art facility in West Melbourne. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation that prides itself on a strong workplace culture and 100% Australian-made products.

The role
This role involves a broad range of responsibilities, from providing technical support through to machinery servicing and repairs. You will work with modern, high-speed automated equipment, acting as the machinery specialist for Injection Moulding (Husky) systems, while also supporting maintenance activities across all beverage manufacturing equipment within the facility.

Responsibilities:

• Support the day-to-day efficient operation of plant and equipment.
• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on plant and machinery.
• Perform diagnostics and fault-finding activities.
• Identify and implement process improvements across plant and equipment.
• Work with pipework, valves, process pumps, screw and belt conveyors, boilers, and steam equipment.
• Maintain and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Provide technical support to the production team.
• Promote and comply with Quality, OHS, GMP, and HACCP requirements.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to continuously review and improve systems and processes to enhance operational efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, upgrades, commissioning activities, and trials of new products.
• Train operators and develop SOPs to improve reliability, cost efficiency, and throughput of packing and palletising assets.
• Supervise external contractors while on site.
• Ensure compliance with site quality and food safety programs.

Experience:

• Trade qualified Fitter & Turner with 5–10 years’ maintenance experience in a similar environment.
• Hands-on approach with a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a highly engaged team.
• Forklift licence is advantageous.
• Welding experience is desirable.

If you have the experience outlined above and are interested in this role or similar, please submit your resume and contact details. Or alternatively call on 0404311860.