Production Operator – Plastics Recycling | Kilburn SA
$25–$30 per hour + penalties + super | $80 K+ OTE | Permanent, full-time | 12-hour Pitman roster (7 shifts a fortnight)

Why join this Kilburn manufacturing team?

Secure, permanent role: Direct employment from Day 1 – no labour-hire agency, no contract churn.

High, predictable earnings: $25–$30/hr base + shift loadings & overtime = $80 K+ on a set roster.

Work–life balance built in: 12-hour shifts, every second weekend off, 5 weeks of annual leave.

Clear pathway up: Structured internal levelling system to move quickly into higher classifications and pay bands.

Modern, growth industry: Operate advanced recycling and manufacturing machinery in a fast-growing circular-economy business.

The roster

Permanent Pitman schedule – 7 shifts per fortnight.

Choose fixed days or fixed nights (no flip-flop).

Even-time pattern means consistent income, predictable planning, and every second weekend OFF.

Your day-to-day

Operate high-capacity plastics recycling lines and auxiliary plant.

Use your LF forklift licence to stage raw materials and transfer finished product.

Meet strict production targets while logging issues and driving continuous improvement.

Keep your zone safe and compliant with all OH&S procedures.

Cross-train across multiple plant areas to maximise skills, responsibility, and pay.

You’ll bring

Current LF forklift licence (essential).

1–2 years’ experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation or similar hands-on work.

Physical fitness suited to a hot, heavy-industrial environment.

Strong attendance record and a can-do, team-first attitude.

Willingness to learn processes quickly and suggest practical improvements.

Ready to secure a stable, well-paid future in South Australian manufacturing? Apply Now for a confidential discussion and rapid turnaround.