Plastics and Rubber Factory Workers

Plastics and Rubber Factory Workers perform routine tasks in manufacturing plastic and rubber products.

What the job involves

• Dumping material into hoppers of machines

• Stopping moulding machines and discharging contents

• Cutting foam products from foam blocks

• Cleaning, smoothing and waxing moulds for making products

• Brushing and spraying release agents onto moulds to assist with the removal of moulded products

• Building up layers of fibreglass and resin on moulds

• Cleaning work areas, tools and equipment

• May smooth rough edges of moulds using files, grinders and sanders