Plastic Recycling Operator

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Shred-X Full time

As part of the Freightways Ltd group of companies, SHRED-X is a fast paced and rapidly growing company providing complete Documentation, Electronic Products and Specialist Fabric Destruction and Recycling Solutions for all types of businesses.

Our partner, saveBOARD is focused on building a circular economy, turning composite packaging waste into board products for the building and construction industry, eliminating wherever possible landfill waste. With a commitment to exceptional customer service and the development of innovative and sustainable practices, our staff are qualified and trained in compliant and safe processing procedures.

Our commitment to the recycling industry is demonstrated by the level of investment and growth that we continue to commit at our new production facility in Warragamba, NSW.

**The Role**:
The successful applicant will be a member of small efficient manufacturing & batching team, working Tuesday to Thursday each week on a 12-hour shifts roster, with additional hours available from time to time.

**Role Responsibilities**:

- Ensure Health & Safety standards are adhered to, ensuring **Safety is our Top Priority**
- Ensure our plant and machinery is operated to correct operating procedures and standards
- Manufacture our products to specified quality standards
- Be responsible for our equipment and work area
- Ensure our plant and work areas are maintained to set standards
- Report production data accurately and timely including waste, work in process, raw material needs, etc
- Ensure the lubrication and greasing schedule is followed for preventative maintenance

**To be considered for this role, you must be able to demonstrate the following**:

- More than two years of experience operating either a press line or extrusion sheet machine
- Good mechanical understanding of extrusion and granulation machinery
- Holding a current Forklift licence would be advantageous
- Participate in relevant training and development
- Have good communication and organizational skills
- Have a positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Be able to work independently
- Be aligned with our Values of **Safe, Smart, Sustainable** and **Service**

**What's in it for You?**
- 36-38 hours/week (Tuesday to Thursday)
- Mondays and Fridays to yourself, every weekend is a long weekend
- Birthday Vouchers and Celebrations
- Site BBQs
- Learning and development opportunities
- Great benefits including employee shopping discounts at Coles and Woolworths
- Employee reward and recognition program
- Company Uniform
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Drake Works which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support.

**Shortlisted applicants will be required to**:

- Undergo a Federal Police clearance check
- Be eligible to legally live and work in Australia
- Undertake a pre-employment medical assessment relative to their position
- Appropriate immunisation requirements, including COVID 19 vaccinations

Apart from joining a "family" who take work and team environments very seriously. This is an awesome opportunity to join a growth industry that consistently adapts to change leading with a strong environmental focus.

You will have an opportunity to progress your career, while building a more sustainable world.

For more information about SHRED-X and SaveBoard, please visit our websites

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