Die Setter/ Toolmaker
Vinidex
Set up, change, and maintain extrusion tools, troubleshoot equipment, and support production efficiency.
10 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Onsite
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
PVC Pressure Systems
PVC DWV and Stormwater Systems
Building Drainage Systems
PE Systems
Stormwater and Underground Drainage Systems
Electrical & Communications Systems
Mechanical Couplings & Repair Clamps
Process Piping Systems
Sector Specialisms
Building
Infrastructure
Irrigation
Rural
Mining
Industrial
Gas
Electrical
Role
What you would be doing
tool changes
documentation
die changes
tool maintenance
scrap reduction
safety support
- Complete all required documentation pre- and post-die change
- Perform tool changes both on machines and in the Die Store to standard timeframes
- Liaise with planning and production teams to resolve tooling/machine conflicts
- Support safe work practices and contribute to a strong safety culture
- Identify and correct tooling issues to reduce scrap and improve efficiency
- Conduct die and insert changes on extrusion and moulding
- Participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives
- Prepare tools to correct specifications in accordance with the production schedule
- Service, maintain, extrusion tooling (pins, dies, corrugator die blocks, extrusion heads)
What you bring
trade qualification
problem solving
plastic extrusion
overtime
forklift licence
hand tools
- Good communication skills both written
- Ideally you will have a trade qualification in maintenance fitting or toolmaking (preferred)
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Strong technical background in plastic extrusion, plastic conversion (PVC, PE, PP), or steel (advantageous)
- Flexible to work overtime and on weekends on occasion when required.
- A positive, adaptable attitude with a strong work ethic and ability to build strong relationships
- Ability to read and interpret tooling and part drawings
- Extensive experience in a similar Die Setter or Toolmaker role in a manufacturing environment (Plastics, FMCG, Steel, Heavy Manufacturing) preferred
- Able to support the maintenance team when required.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
- Forklift licence (mandatory); crane licence is a bonus
- Mechanically minded with strong hand tool skills
- Career development opportunities locally and globally
- You will enjoy working for a business that is conscious about what we do, how it operates and our impact on the environment.
- Paid overtime opportunities, uniform, PPE and secure onsite parking
- 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
- Day shift role, Monday to Friday (6am to 2pm), flexible starting times available
- Opportunity to join our mentoring programs
- A safe work environment with a strong focus on "Go for Zero"
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion is close to our heart as a global business, you will have the opportunity to join the DEI council
- Employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards
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Company
Overview
Founded 1960
Year Established
Marks the beginning of the company's innovative journey in piping solutions!
- The company has earned a reputation for delivering high-performance, durable products in the water and infrastructure sectors.
- Offers a complete suite of products including pipes, fittings, and valves for projects of all scales.
- Typical projects include water treatment plants, irrigation systems, and large infrastructure developments.
- With manufacturing facilities across Australia, ensures a reliable supply chain and high-quality standards.
- Known for its innovative approach, continually enhancing products with new technology and design improvements.
- Piping systems support essential industries, contributing to sustainable development and infrastructure growth.
- They dare to challenge the status quo, innovate, and learn fast.
- They care for the environment, customers, and each other.
- They deliver by taking accountability for their decisions and actions.
100% Scrap Reuse
Internal Scrap Utilization
The company reuses 100% of internal scrap, promoting circular economy principles.
75% Emission Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 CO₂ Target
Aims to reduce CO₂ emissions by 75% per tonne of production by 2025.
750 tonnes PVC Diverted
Waste Diversion Success
The Circulate project diverted 750 tonnes of PVC from landfill, supporting closed-loop production.
100% Renewable Energy
Energy Transition Achievement
Achieved 100% renewable electricity across all Australian sites from 2025.
- Targeting quadrupling recycled content on all products by 2025.
- Transitioning to 100% renewable electricity at all Western Australia and Tasmania sites by 2025, and NSW, Victoria, and QLD by 2027.
- HDPE Recycling Hub in Toowoomba funded with AU$1.75 million to transform consumer and industrial plastic waste into recycled product.
- Carbon Reduction Strategy aligned to SBTi across Scopes 1, 2 & 3 with increased focus on substituting virgin resin via recycled materials.
- Installed real-time energy management across 19 locations at Smithfield site, expected to save up to 2% annual energy.
26 Weeks
Parental Leave
Primary carers receive 26 weeks of fully paid parental leave to support new parents.
4 Weeks
Secondary Carer Leave
Secondary carers are granted 4 weeks of fully paid leave to support primary caregivers.
- Launched DEI Council to inform organisational initiatives.
- Employee Assistance Program accessible to employees and immediate families.
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