Occupation

731331 Plastics Fabricator or Welder

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

731331 Plastics Fabricator or Welder

Operates machines to measure, cut, shape, fit and assemble plastics materials to produce plastic products.

Specialisation

  • Poly Welder

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Reads blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine product requirements
  • Sets up and operates machines to measure, cut, shape, fit and assemble plastics materials
  • Cuts, trims and shapes plastics materials using hand tools
  • Fastens seams or joints together with welds or bonds to assemble components into products or to repair plastic items
  • Carries out butt and electrofusion welding of polyethylene plastic pipe works and components
  • Carries out routine quality checks on products, such as dimensional checks, clarity of colour, and impact resistance
  • Finishes off plastic parts, including sanding and polishing