Plastics Technician

6 days ago


Wellington City, New Zealand Pact Packaging Full time

**Company Description**
Our Pact Packaging division is at the forefront of pioneering a whole product life cycle approach to sustainable packaging. By partnering with global brands and local dairy producers, we integrate supply chain efficiency and sustainable practices into everything we design and manufacture.

As a Plastics Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring that all machines and ancillary equipment are set up and perform safely and efficiently, meeting the required quality standards and production outputs. You will complete all technical activities with a high level of competence and timeliness, taking responsibility for basic preventative maintenance and setter training within your designated area.

**Your key responsibilities will be to**:

- ** Install and set up thermoforming machines**: Load moulds, adjust clamps, ensure proper alignment.
- ** Configure machine parameters**: Set temperature, pressure, and cycle time to meet product specifications.
- ** Monitor and adjust machine operation**: Identify and address issues like defects or equipment malfunctions and adjust settings to maintain product quality.
- ** Perform routine maintenance**: Clean and lubricate machines and moulds and troubleshoot problems to minimize downtime.
- ** Inspect finished products**: Ensure they meet quality and specification standards.
- ** Maintain records and report issues**: Keep track of machine settings, adjustments, and production data, and report any malfunctions or maintenance needs.

**Benefits**:

- $30.00 to $40.00 per hour (depending on experience) + 1.5x O/T + additional KiwiSaver
- Regular salary reviews and staff discounts
- Work visa and settlement support for international Die Setters
- Free on-site car parking
- Discounted health insurance premiums through Southern Cross
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP - RAISE) for confidential counselling
- MyLearning programs for personal development, including leadership courses, and online modules.
- Career opportunities within the Pact Group

**Your skills and experience**:

- 3 years Previous experience as a thermoforming die setter/fitter.
- Knowledge of thermoforming machines, moulds, and related equipment.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot and perform basic repairs.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality products.
- Strong communication skills to coordinate with production teams and engineers.
- Adherence to safety protocols and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment

**Additional Information**
- Wellington site
- This is a permanent full-time role.
- Days of work required: Monday to Friday: 40 hours per week - (8 hour shift on days, afternoons or nights)


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