# Process Worker

> KG Talent · Dandenong South, Australia · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-24

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** The Elastomers

## Description

### **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._

## Apply

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