General Hand - Operator

EGR Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

EGR Group in Brisbane, Australia, is seeking a Machine Operator (Vacuum Forming) to join our Salisbury facility, operating vacuum forming machinery in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

The role requires 38–40 hours per week with overtime as needed, a current forklift licence, full working rights in Australia, and a willingness to perform physically demanding tasks. You will follow safety procedures and inspect products for quality to support production goals.

Qualifications

• Must show strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Reliable and positive attitude.
• Able to work effectively in a team.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willing to perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Able to safely use tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate vacuum forming machinery and related equipment.
• Perform pre-start procedures and monitor production.
• Identify and troubleshoot machinery issues.
• Sort and inspect products to ensure quality.
• Remove defective products from line.
• Operate forklifts as required.
• Follow all WHS and operational procedures.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Independent work

Stamina for repetitive tasks

Hand-eye coordination

Tool handling

Tools

Forklift

Job description

EGR Group is a proudly Australian-owned manufacturing company that has been operating since 1973. We are a market innovator and leader in advanced manufacturing, with approximately 600+ employees worldwide and wholly owned operations across Australia, North America, Asia and Europe.

Headquartered in Brisbane, EGR is one of Queensland’s largest manufacturing operations, with state-of-the-art facilities producing innovative products for the automotive, building, architectural and display markets both locally and internationally.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a motivated Machine Operator (Vacuum Forming) to join our manufacturing team at our Salisbury, QLD facility, operating our Vacuum Forming machinery.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their skills and develop a career within an advanced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include:

Operating vacuum forming machinery, equipment and tools within a manufacturing environment

Conducting pre-start procedures and monitoring production processes.

Identifying or troubleshooting machinery issues

Sorting and inspecting products to ensure quality standards are met

Identifying and removing defective products or rejects

Operating forklifts as required

Following all workplace health, safety and operational procedures

About You

To be considered for this position, you will need to demonstrate:

A strong commitment to workplace safety

A reliable and positive attitude

The ability to work effectively as part of a team

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision

A willingness to perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks

Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail

The ability to safely use tools and equipment

To Be Successful, You Must:

Be available to work 38–40 hours per week

Be available to work overtime when required

Hold full working rights in Australia

Hold a current Australian driver’s licence and have reliable transport

Hold a valid forklift licence

Be willing to undertake a pre-employment medical

Be able to wear the required PPE, including steel-cap safety boots and high-visibility workwear

EGR GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

EGR Group is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity in all forms is respected and supported. We encourage suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.