CNC Operator - Northern Plastics

Northern Plastics; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Townsville Northern Plastic Supplies seeks a CNC Operator to run CNC and laser equipment, program cutting files and toolpaths, and prepare materials for fabrication.

You will ensure on-time delivery, participate in process improvements, and uphold safety, 5S quality, and stringent inspection standards in a busy workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and program CNC machines.
• Experience safely using workshop tools.
• Ability to read and interpret design drawings.
• Driver's license (essential) & forklift ticket (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and Laser machines in material preparation for fabrication.
• Program cutting files and toolpaths.
• Ensure work meets delivery dates and quality standards.
• Contribute to team improvements and efficiency.
• Maintain 5S and safety practices in the fabrication area.
• Ensure 100% quality checks before approval.

Skills

CNC operation

CNC programming

Reading drawings

Forklift operation

Team player

Job description

Townsville Northern Plastic Supplies are currently recruiting for a CNC Operator. This is an exciting role, and you will be involved in the manufacture of a variety of products including Acrylic/Polycarbonate/PVC/HDPE & more.

About the Role:

• Operation of the CNC and Laser Machine in preparation of materials for the fabrication of finished products,
• Programming of cutting files, toolpaths etc.,
• Ensure all work is carried out as per plan to meet required delivery date.
• Development of improvements for team, processes, and design.
• Liaise with the Manager and participate in a team approach across the business to focus on delivering optimum labour efficiency.
• On an ongoing basis maintain the Safety, 5S Quality Management and Improvement method of maintaining and organising the fabrication environment.
• Ensure no products pass through manufacturing process without 100% quality checking and standards compliance as required.

About you:

• Being able to Operate and program CNC Machines
• Experience in safely working in a workshop environment using a variety of tools
• Ability to read and interpret design drawings
• Current Drivers Licence (essential) & forklift ticket (desirable).
• Being able to work in a small team as well as independently.
• Enjoys relationship building and consistently delivers high quality of service.
• Able to think on your feet and make appropriate and calculated decisions.
• Eagerness to improve current methods and develop improvements enhancing efficiency

Employer Questions:

1. Do you have trade experience with CNC operation and programming?
2. Do you have fabrication experience?
3. Do you hold a current and valid drivers’ licence?
4. Do you hold a current and valid Forklift license?