Process Worker

Process Worker | The Elastomers VIC Full-Time

About the company

The Elastomers is a 100% Australian-owned specialist rubber compounder with over 20 years of industry experience. We supply high-quality rubber compounds and moulded rubber products to a diverse range of industries across Australia, New Zealand and Asia, including the mining sector.

With a modern manufacturing facility, advanced mixing equipment, and an experienced technical team, we pride ourselves on delivering quality products, innovative solutions, and exceptional customer service.

We are currently seeking a reliable and safety-focused Process Worker to join our production team.

About the Role

Reporting to the Team Leader/Production Manager, you will play an important role in the day-to-day manufacturing process, ensuring products are produced safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in producing quality products.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include

• Operating molding presses and other production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Setting up molding presses in accordance with job cards and production requirements.
• Preparing molding blanks and metal components for production.
• Applying adhesives to metal parts.
• Operating clicker presses, extruders and mills.
• Trimming, inspecting and identifying defective products.
• Packing and palletising finished products.
• Completing production paperwork, including timesheets.
• Assisting with the storage of raw materials and finished products.
• Maintaining clean and organised production and storage areas.
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures and safe work instructions.

Working Arrangements: Monday to Friday 5am – 1:06pm

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have

• Basic mathematics skills, including addition, subtraction and multiplication.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to read and understand workplace safety procedures written in English.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• A positive attitude and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Previous manufacturing or related industry experience (desirable).
• Be clean-shaven or willing to maintain facial hair at no more than 1–2 days' growth, as the role requires the use of a fitted respirator to safely perform certain tasks.

Working Environment

This is a physically active manufacturing role where you can expect to

• Work indoors in a factory environment.
• Stand for the majority of your shift.
• Work around production machinery.
• Be exposed to manufacturing conditions including noise, dust, rubber fumes, solvent fumes and radiant heat from molding presses.
• Wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety footwear, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, heat-resistant gloves and a fitted respirator where required.

Pre-Employment Requirements

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, which includes

• Drug and alcohol screening.
• Audiometric (hearing) assessment.
• Spirometry (lung function) testing.

Why Join The Elastomers?

• Join a well-established, 100% Australian-owned manufacturer.
• Become part of a supportive and experienced production team.
• Work with modern manufacturing equipment and specialised rubber products.
• Enjoy consistent weekday hours with opportunities for overtime.
• Build your skills within a growing business that values safety, quality and teamwork.

If you're a reliable, motivated individual who enjoys hands-on work and is committed to maintaining high safety and quality standards, we'd love to hear from you.