Industrial Plastic Fabrictor
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Job Summary
Role Title: Industrial Plastic Fabricator
Reports To: Directors
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time
Hourly Rate: $45-50 Typically standard 38hr week occasional overtime
Location: Wangara Workshop
Client Overview
Our client is a leading family-owned plastic fabrication company based in Wangara Western Australia with over 20 years of industry experience. Specialising in the design manufacture and installation of custom plastic products servicing a wide range of commercial and industrial sectors including:
- Mining
- Minerals processing
- Water treatment
- Chemical processing
The company is known for its expertise in plastic welding and fabrication techniques offering solutions that are corrosion-resistant lightweight and durableideal for demanding industrial environments.
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Industrial Plastic Fabricator to join our growing team. This hands-on role involves the fabrication of custom plastic components using a variety of materials and techniques. The successful candidate will work on diverse projects across industrial commercial and domestic sectors contributing to high-quality outcomes in a supportive and safety-focused environment. Fabricating a product with various plastics including HDPE Polypropylene and PVC. This role is a factory based position with occasional site maintenance and installation.
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret technical drawings and specifications to fabricate plastic components.
- Operate machinery including CNC Machining panel saws routers welders and hand tools.
- Perform plastic welding and assembly using various techniques (e.g. extrusion welding poly welding butt welding).
- Measure cut and shape plastic materials to precise dimensions.
- Conduct quality checks to ensure finished products meet required standards.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines.
- Assist with installation or site work as required.
Skills & Experience
- Thermoplastic hot gas & extrusion/plastic welding experience and / or HDPE butt and socket welding experience would be advantageous.
- Proven experience in plastic fabrication or similar trade such as sheet metal fabrication.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
- Competency in using fabrication tools and machinery.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and materials.
- Desirable but not essential:
- Extrusion weld experience
- Boilermaker/metal welder skills can be transferable.
- Knowledge of different plastic types and their applications
- Forklift license
Personal Attributes
- Good attitude and willingness to learn and teach.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Professional reliable and client focused.
- Flexibility to undertake overtime when necessary
- Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical and drug screen
Benefits
- Workshop-based role with occasional site work.
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
- Opportunities for training and career progression.
- Stable full-time employment with a reputable WA-based company.
- Supportive team culture and excellent work-life balance.
- Exposure to varied and interesting fabrication projects.
Key Skills
- Practice Management
- Direct Sales
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- Primary Care Experience
- Office Experience
- Suturing
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Pharmacy Residency
- Outside Sales
- Botox Experience
- Esthetic Laser Treatment
About Company
Providing unrivalled labour hire and workforce solutions to Australia's mechanical, electrical and fabrication industries.
