CNC Operator, Sheet Metal Worker

Shepparton Motor Body Builders; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepparton Motor Body Builders is seeking an experienced CNC operator for hands-on work in their Shepparton facility. You will set up, program and run CNC machinery to manufacture precision sheet metal components to engineering drawings.

You will operate laser cutting, press brakes, guillotines and folders, interpreting drawings and specifications while ensuring high quality and on-time production. Strong problem-solving and team collaboration are essential in this busy workshop.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing or sheet metal environment.
• Experience setting up and programming CNC machines.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience with press brakes, laser and plasma cutting equipment, guillotines and sheet metal folders.
• Good understanding of sheet metal fabrication, folding and forming processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program and operate CNC machinery to manufacture components to drawings.
• Operate laser cutting machines, press brakes, guillotines, and folders.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Fold, form and shape steel and aluminium components.
• Monitor machine operations and adjust for accuracy and quality.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve designs, processes and methods.
• Maintain production records and machine logs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing team to meet deadlines.
• Follow health and safety procedures and keep a safe workplace.

Skills

CNC operation

Reading drawings

Quality control

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Trade certificate in metal fabrication

Tools

Laser cutting

Press brakes

Guillotines

Sheet metal folders

CNC programming

Job description

Shepparton Motor Body Builders – Shepparton VIC

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with experience operating CNC machinery, interpreting engineering drawings and manufacturing precision components for custom-built and bespoke projects.

Working with a range of fabrication equipment, you will be responsible for setting up, programming and operating machinery to produce quality sheet metal components to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, program and operate CNC machinery to manufacture components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including laser cutting machines, press brakes, guillotines, sheet metal folders and other CNC machinery.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, engineering specifications and measurements.
• Fold, form and shape steel and aluminium components.
• Monitor machine operations and make adjustments to maintain accuracy and product quality.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing designs, production methods and manufacturing processes.
• Maintain accurate production records and machine logs.
• Work collaboratively with the manufacturing team to meet production deadlines.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing or sheet metal environment.
• Experience setting up and programming CNC machines.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience with press brakes, laser and plasma cutting equipment, guillotines and sheet metal folders.
• Good understanding of sheet metal fabrication, folding and forming processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

You will be someone who takes pride in their workmanship, has a practical approach to problem-solving and enjoys working with machinery to produce quality components. You will be reliable, organised and keen to contribute to a busy manufacturing environment producing custom-built vehicles and equipment