Die Setter/ Toolmaker

Please click on the following hyperlinks to review details.This will be considered together with our .Die Setter/ Toolmaker page is loaded## Die Setter/ Toolmakerlocations: AUS VIC - Sunshinetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 24 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: November 7, 2025 (3 days left to apply)job requisition id: R-53448Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 15,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites.**Vinidex**For over six decades, Vinidex has been leading the way – setting the industry benchmark for pipeline systems and solutions. Our legacy spans across building, infrastructure, agriculture, and civil sectors.We make life flow with groundbreaking, high-quality products, connecting everything from water, gas, and energy throughout Australia. With the Aliaxis group as our parent company, we are part of one of the world's largest global networks to bring solutions to the world's water challenges. We are proud of our initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint, continuing to deliver the best solutions for our customers with minimal impact on the environment and a positive impact on our community.We are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we stand for:* **We Dare** to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast* **We Care** for the environment, our customers and each other* **We Deliver** by taking accountability for our decisions and actions## About the RoleWe’re seeking a skilled and safety-focused **Die Setter** to join our Maintenance team at our Sunshine site.As a Die Setter, you’ll be responsible for setting up and changing over injection moulding (extrusion) tools, troubleshooting equipment, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Working as part of the Maintenance Team, you’ll ensure machines are running efficiently, safely, and in line with production schedules.You’ll report to the Southern Region Maintenance Manager and collaborate closely with production, planning, and engineering teams.Key responsibilities include:* Service, maintain, extrusion tooling (pins, dies, corrugator die blocks, extrusion heads)* Prepare tools to correct specifications in accordance with the production schedule* Conduct die and insert changes on extrusion and moulding* Perform tool changes both on machines and in the Die Store to standard timeframes* Identify and correct tooling issues to reduce scrap and improve efficiency* Liaise with planning and production teams to resolve tooling/machine conflicts* Complete all required documentation pre- and post-die change* Participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives* Support safe work practices and contribute to a strong safety culture* Able to support the maintenance team when required.## About You* Extensive experience in a similar Die Setter or Toolmaker role in a manufacturing environment (Plastics, FMCG, Steel, Heavy Manufacturing) preferred* Strong technical background in plastic extrusion, plastic conversion (PVC, PE, PP), or steel (advantageous)* Ideally you will have a trade qualification in maintenance fitting or toolmaking (preferred)* Forklift licence (mandatory); crane licence is a bonus* Ability to read and interpret tooling and part drawings* Mechanically minded with strong hand tool skills* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills* Health & Safety conscious with a commitment to safe work practices* Good communication skills both written* A positive, adaptable attitude with a strong work ethic and ability to build strong relationships* Flexible to work overtime and on weekends on occasion when required.* Day shift role, Monday to Friday (6am to 2pm), flexible starting times available* Paid overtime opportunities, uniform, PPE and secure onsite parking* You will enjoy working for a business that is conscious about what we do, how it operates and our impact on the environment.* Industry leading paid parental leave - 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer and 4 weeks paid secondary carer* Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family* Employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards* Opportunity to join our mentoring programs* Diversity, equity, and inclusion is close to our heart as a global business, you will have the opportunity to join the DEI council* Career development opportunities locally and globally* A safe work environment with a strong focus on "Go for Zero"**For more information please all Carla Treuer on 0497 323 252.**.**Aliaxis’ Purpose**Aliaxis has embarked on a positive journey with its “Growth with Purpose” strategy, implementing ambitious, urgent actions for sustainability and innovation that will pay off in the short term. By 2025, we will be focusing on the areas where we can create the biggest impact: on carbon reduction in our plants and on increasing the share of recycled content in our products. In conjunction, we will continue to develop more and better water solutions for society as a whole. We are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviors that we at Aliaxis stand for:* We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast,* We Care for the environment, our customers and each other,* We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions. #J-18808-Ljbffr