Machine Operator (CNC)

Naffco; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Naffco in Sydney, Australia is seeking a reliable Machine Operator to join our production team. You will operate multiple machines, including laser cutting, grooving, and robotic welding, to produce fire protection piping products and support high quality standards.

You will perform quality checks, handle and move pipes safely, assist with setup and maintenance, and follow health and safety procedures. The ideal candidate has experience with manufacturing machinery, strong attention to detail,

Qualifications

• Experience operating manufacturing machinery.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
• Physically capable of handling and moving pipes when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor laser cutting machines, grooving machines, and robotic welding machines to produce fire protection piping products.
• Perform regular quality control checks on pipes to ensure they meet required specifications and standards.
• Handle, move, and bundle pipes safely and efficiently throughout the production process.
• Assist with machine setup, operation, and troubleshooting as required.
• Identify and flag defective or non-conforming products for rework or rejection.
• Perform basic cleaning and maintenance on production machines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment at all times.
• Follow all workplace health and safety guidelines and machine operating procedures.
• Wear required PPE and promote a safety-first culture among team members.
• Report malfunctions, irregularities, and major mechanical or electrical faults to supervision or maintenance team

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality control

Safety compliance

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Machine Operator to join our production team. This role involves operating multiple machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to support the production of high-quality fire protection piping products. The ideal candidate will have experience in operating production machinery, performing quality control checks, and maintaining a safe and efficient workplace.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and monitor laser cutting machines, grooving machines, and robotic welding machines to produce fire protection piping products
• Perform regular quality control checks on pipes to ensure they meet required specifications and standards
• Handle, move, and bundle pipes safely and efficiently throughout the production process
• Assist with machine setup, operation, and troubleshooting as required
• Identify and flag defective or non-conforming products for rework or rejection
• Perform basic cleaning and maintenance on production machines
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment at all times
• Follow all workplace health and safety guidelines and machine operating procedures
• Wear required PPE and promote a safety-first culture among team members
• Report malfunctions, irregularities, and major mechanical or electrical faults to supervision or maintenance team

About you

• Previous experience operating manufacturing or production machinery
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control
• Physically capable of handling and moving pipes when required
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment
• Experience in firefighting pipe manufacturing or similar steel/pipe production environments (desirable)