Junior Production Assistant

Mining Maintenance Automation; Perth; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Friendly team environment

Full-time employment

Job summary

Mining Maintenance Automation in Perth, WA is hiring a Junior Production Assistant to start a career in manufacturing and the mining sector. No prior experience is required as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

You will help with assembly, testing, quality checks, packaging and general production tasks in a safe, organised environment. This entry-level role emphasizes learning, teamwork and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; full training provided.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Willing to work in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product assembly following work instructions.
• Operate production equipment and hand tools under supervision.
• Perform basic product testing and quality checks.
• Prepare and package finished products for dispatch.
• Maintain production records and documentation.
• Assist with stock control and inventory management.
• Report production or quality concerns to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Support team members with general production duties.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Team player

Physically fit

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Junior Production Assistant to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in manufacturing and production within the mining industry while learning valuable skills in a supportive environment.

No prior experience is required, as full training and ongoing support will be provided. The successful candidate will assist with product assembly, testing, quality control, packaging, and general production activities while maintaining a safe, efficient, and organised work area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the assembly of products and components following work instructions
• Operate production equipment and hand tools safely under supervision
• Perform basic product testing and quality checks
• Prepare and package finished products for dispatch
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation
• Assist with stock control and inventory management
• Report any production or quality concerns to supervisors
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workspace
• Support team members with general production and workshop duties

Key Attributes

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good practical and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to workplace health and safety
• Previous manufacturing or assembly experience is advantageous but not essential

What We Offer

• On-the-job training
• Ongoing development and upskilling opportunities
• A friendly, supportive, and team-focused workplace
• Weekly team BBQs
• Performance-based incentives
• Stable, full-time employment with a growing Australian company

This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to learn, develop new skills, and build a long-term career in manufacturing and production. If you are enthusiastic, dependable, and ready to get started, we would love to hear from you.