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A Polymer Technician produces plastic and rubber products in a factory or manufacturing operation. You’ll use specialist equipment and machinery to create individual products or pieces used as components in other items. Polymer Technicians may produce items for a range of industries or specialise in a particular polymer field.
Polymer Technicians should have strong technical skills and excellent attention to detail. It’s important you are safety focused and can follow correct procedures during your work. Polymer Technicians should be able to communicate well and work as part of a team. You must be able to follow instructions and work with drawings and specifications.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Polymer Technician.
Possible job outcomes:
Get a senior production role at a polymer production facility with the PMB40121 Certificate IV in Polymer Technology. This nationally recognised qualification is for experienced production workers who need to develop theoretical knowledge as well as technical skills. The course covers; quality standards, onsite safety, work team communication, record keeping and documentation, engineering drawings, injection moulding dies, production mould assembly, and much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to specialise in blow moulding, composites, conveyor belt maintenance, extrusion, plastic fabrication, and polyurethane. Enquire now for entry requirements, career outcomes and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Polymer Technician generally earns $1,340 per week ($69,680 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen an increase in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 13,600 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Polymer Technician. Polymer Technicians may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Polymer Technician, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Polymer Technology. This course will develop your understanding of polymer production processes, equipment and machinery. You’ll cover a range of topics including working safely, ensuring environmental sustainability and applying quality standards.
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Here are some potential career pathways within manufacturing plant. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
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$960 weekly pay
Factory Worker
Plant Technician
Process Worker
Production Worker
Wastewater Plant Operator Assistant
Water Plant Operator Assistant
Mobile Plant Mechanic
$1,150 weekly pay
Operations Officer
Plant Mechanic
$1,350 weekly pay
Plant Operator
$1,550 weekly pay
Polymer Technician
$1,340 weekly pay
Process Technician
$1,630 weekly pay
Technical Officer
$1,400 weekly pay
Wastewater Plant Operator
$1,250 weekly pay
Water Plant Operator
Plant Engineer
$2,350 weekly pay
Plant Manager
$1,920 weekly pay
Plant Supervisor
$1,540 weekly pay
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