Plastics Technician

Visas for Plastics Technician

Main tasks

• Programs production machinery, using knowledge of polymers, additives and other materials
• Inspects, calibrates and regulates machines, and conducts ongoing basic quality control tests
• Troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts machines which manufacture plastic products
• Prepares production and maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and maximise productivity
• Recommends technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality or performance
• Completes routine quality checks on the product, such as dimensional checks, hardness, clarity of colour and appearances
• Coordinates production and workflow processes, and keeps records of operational or production data

State nomination

Each state nominates different occupations for the 190 and 491 visas.