Machine Operator - $36ph

Workhorse Staffing; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available for additional EARN

Job summary

Workhorse Staffing is seeking a skilled Machine Operator for a day shift in Beresfield, Newcastle, Australia. The role involves operating roll formers, slitters, bending and folding machinery, with focus on safety and quality to meet production targets.

You will set up equipment, monitor production runs, handle sheet metal, move materials with an overhead crane, and perform quality checks. Overtime and long-term career opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience within manufacturing.
• Sheet metal or steel manufacturing experience highly regarded.
• Overhead crane experience preferred.
• Forklift Licence and experience nice to have.
• Mechanically minded and confident working around industrial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate roll formers, slitters, bending and folding machinery.
• Set up and monitor machinery throughout production runs.
• Handle and move sheet metal and finished products.
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.
• Assist with loading, unloading and general production duties.
• Operate an overhead crane to safely move materials where required.
• Forklift operation where licensed.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and production targets.

Skills

Machine operating experience

Overhead crane experience

Forklift operation

Mechanically minded

Tools

Roll formers

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Machine Operator - $36ph (BBBH1140) Beresfield, Newcastle, Australia

Salary: AUD36 - AUD36 per hour

Machine Operator - $36 p/hr | Day Shift

Join a leading manufacturer offering long-term stability, great working conditions and the opportunity to develop your skills across a range of machinery.

We’re looking for an experienced Machine Operator who enjoys hands-on work and wants to join a busy, well-established manufacturing team.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• $36 p/hr + super
• Day shift - 6:00am to 2:30pm
• Overtime available for additional earning potential
• Opportunity to transition into a permanent position
• Clean, modern and well-maintained manufacturing facility
• Supportive team environment with long-term career opportunities

THE ROLE:

• Operate roll formers, slitters, bending and folding machinery
• Set up and monitor machinery throughout production runs
• Handle and move sheet metal and finished products
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet specifications
• Assist with loading, unloading and general production duties
• Operate an overhead crane to safely move materials where required
• Forklift operation where licensed
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and production targets

ABOUT YOU:

• Previous machine operating experience within manufacturing
• Sheet metal, steel, roofing or similar manufacturing experience highly regarded
• Overhead crane experience preferred
• Forklift Licence and experience nice to have
• Mechanically minded and confident working around industrial machinery
• Comfortable in a hands-on manufacturing environment
• Reliable, safety focused and looking for a long-term opportunity