CNC Turret Operator- Afternoon Shift

Hilton Manufacturing; City of Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Manufacturing in Dandenong South, Victoria, is seeking a reliable Turret Punch Press Operator to join our hands-on production team. This role suits someone who enjoys machining, prides themselves on quality, and pays close attention to detail.

You will read drawings, set up and operate turret punch press machinery, monitor settings, troubleshoot minor issues, and maintain tooling. Independent work and teamwork are both valued in our safety‑focused environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a turret punch press or similar machinery.
• Ability to read drawings and follow specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, practical and safety-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up turret punch press machinery
• Produce accurate holes, shapes and layout marks in metal components
• Read drawings and production specifications
• Monitor machine settings and make adjustments as required
• Inspect finished parts to ensure quality and accuracy
• Troubleshoot basic machine and tooling issues
• Perform routine machine and tooling maintenance

Skills

Turret punch press operation

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Safety focused

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Turret punch press

Machining equipment

Job description

From our very inception in 1976, Hilton Manufacturing (Hilton) has set the highest of standards in precision engineering and manufacturing quality. Hilton operates from two modern manufacturing facilities: our main Headquarters and manufacturing plant in Dandenong South Victoria with over 20,000 sqm of under roof engineering, development, and manufacturing facilities, and our northern manufacturing facility of 4,000 sqm in Wacol Queensland. Hilton supplies components, sub-assemblies and final products across a diverse range of industries with expertise in all aspects of sheet metal manufacturing including the rolling, forming, bending, pressing, folding, CNC router, machining, welding and polishing of aluminium, mild steel and stainless steel. We are accredited to internationally recognised standards ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental and ISO 3834-2 Welding and DIN 2303 Welding.

About us

From our very inception in 1976, Hilton Manufacturing (Hilton) has set the highest of standards in precision engineering and manufacturing quality. Hilton operates from two modern manufacturing facilities: our main Headquarters and manufacturing plant in Dandenong South Victoria with over 20,000 sqm of under roof engineering, development, and manufacturing facilities, and our northern manufacturing facility of 4,000 sqm in Wacol Queensland. Hilton supplies components, sub-assemblies and final products across a diverse range of industries with expertise in all aspects of sheet metal manufacturing including the rolling, forming, bending, pressing, folding, CNC router, machining, welding and polishing of aluminium, mild steel and stainless steel. We are accredited to internationally recognised standards ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental and ISO 3834-2 Welding and DIN 2303 Welding.

Turret Punch Press Operator

Join a growing manufacturing team and put your metalworking skills to work!

We’re looking for a reliable and experienced Turret Punch Press Operator to join our production team. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys working with machinery, takes pride in producing quality work and has a strong eye for detail.

What you’ll be doing:

• Operate and set up turret punch press machinery
• Produce accurate holes, shapes and layout marks in metal components
• Read drawings and production specifications
• Monitor machine settings and make adjustments as required
• Inspect finished parts to ensure quality and accuracy
• Troubleshoot basic machine and tooling issues
• Perform routine machine and tooling maintenance

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience operating a turret punch press or similar machinery
• Good understanding of metal manufacturing processes
• Ability to read drawings and follow specifications
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Good problem-solving skills
• Reliable, practical and safety-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why join us?

This is a great opportunity to join an established manufacturing business where you’ll be part of a supportive production team and have the opportunity to use and develop your skills in a hands-on environment.