Centre Lathe Operator

Questas Group; City of Salisbury; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Novated lease benefits

Fitness Passport

Career development

Team culture

Industry leader

Home Safe program

Job summary

Ezy-Fit Hydraulics & Engineering Group in Salisbury South, Australia, is seeking an experienced Centre Lathe Operator to join our high-performing team in the turning section. You will work with large components up to 600mm diameter and 8 metres long on manual lathes, with precision to tight tolerances.

You will interpret drawings, select tools, and maintain quality through in-process inspections, while upholding WHS standards and working within a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of machining and manufacturing processes.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent reading and writing skills.
• The right to work in Australia.
• Able to effectively interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience in operating key manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the manufacture of products and components in accordance with work orders, drawings and other instructions.
• Assist with material and component selection and handling.
• Maintain identification and traceability of manufactured products.
• Carry out and record the results of in-process inspections on manufactured components and assemblies according to instructions.
• Report non-conformities to the Leading Hand or Production Manager.
• Look for opportunities of continuous improvement within the organisation.
• Operate in a safe manner and in accordance with WH&S Regulations.

Skills

Machining knowledge

Communication skills

Reading/writing skills

Work rights Australia

Engineering drawings

Machinery operation experience

Job description

About the Opportunity

Ezy-Fit Hydraulics & Engineering Group has a great opportunity for an experienced Centre Lathe Operator to join our high performing team in our Salisbury South branch.

This role will see you in our large turning section you will have exceptional skills using manual lathes to turn large components up to 600mm diameter and 8 metres long to exacting tolerances. For our smaller manual turning you will have exceptional skills turning components up to 300mm diameter and 3 metres long.

Your Tasks

• Carry out the manufacture of products and components in accordance with work orders, drawings and other instructions.
• Assist with material and component selection and handling.
• Maintain identification and traceability of manufactured products.
• Carry out and record the results of in-process inspections on manufactured components and assemblies according to instructions.
• Report non-conformities to the Leading Hand or Production Manager.
• Look for opportunities of continuous improvement within the organisation.
• Operate in a safe manner and in accordance with WH&S Regulations.

Why Ezy Fit

• Work/life balance.
• Attractive salary package and access to our benefits program including novated lease, Fitness Passport and salary packaging.
• Career development - we promote from within and invest in your career.
• Supportive team-based culture.
• Work for an industry leader.
• A robust focus on work, health and safety through our "Home Safely Every day" program.

About You

• Thorough knowledge of machining and manufacturing processes.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent reading and writing skills.
• The right to work in Australia.
• Able to effectively interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience in operating key manufacturing equipment.

About Us

Ezy-Fit Hydraulics & Engineering Group is an Australian owned and operated designer and manufacturer of high-quality hydraulic cylinders as well as other bespoke engineering activities.

With over 30 years experience, we maintain our commitment to Quality, Service, and Customer Satisfaction.

We produce our products in one of the most modern and best equipped cylinder manufacturing facilities in Australia. Our factory premises comprises of 5,500 sq metres and houses state-of-the-art CNC machinery as well as traditional lathes and mills.

Ezy-Fit Hydraulics & Engineering Group is part of Questas Group. With 45 sites and 1000+ staff across Australia, we are committed to offering a safe, diverse and fulfilling work environment with career opportunities for individuals who share our drive.