Machine Operator - Day shift

Workhorse Staffing; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing long-term work

Overtime available

Day shift

On-site training and up-skilling

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Workhorse Staffing in Brendale, Brisbane area, is seeking Machine Operators for a steel, sheet metal and general manufacturing environment. This is a long-term opportunity on day shift (6:00am–2:00pm) with overtime available.

You will operate production machinery, read technical drawings and perform quality checks while maintaining a safe, clean WHS-compliant workplace. A current LF Forklift Licence is essential and full Australian working rights are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating production machinery in steel, sheet metal or manufacturing environments.
• Current LF Forklift Licence is essential.
• Experience with roll forming, overhead cranes, guillotines, brake presses or folding machines is highly regarded.
• Strong attention to detail and reliable, punctual work ethic.
• Own reliable transport and full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Operate steel and sheet metal production machinery.
• Read and interpret technical drawings.
• Perform regular quality checks on finished products.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Adhere to WHS requirements at all times.
• Work as part of a team to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Operate forklifts as required.

Skills

Production machinery operation

Quality checks

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Reliability and punctuality

Own transport

Full Australian working rights

Tools

LF Forklift Licence

Roll forming

Overhead cranes

Guillotines

Brake presses

Folding machines

Job description

Workhorse Staffing are seeking Machine Operators to join a thriving manufacturing environment in Brendale. This is a great opportunity for experienced Machine Operators with a background in steel, sheet metal or general manufacturing who are looking for a long-term opportunity on day shift, with overtime available.

What's On Offer

• $37.12 per hour + super
  
• Day shift: 6:00am to 2:00pm, Monday to Friday
  
• Ongoing work with the opportunity for long-term employment
  
• Up-skilling and ongoing training provided
  
• Career progression opportunities within a growing manufacturer
  

The Role

• Operate steel and sheet metal production machinery
  
• Read and interpret technical drawings
  
• Perform regular quality checks on finished products
  
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment
  
• Adhere to strict WHS requirements at all times
  
• Work as part of a team to meet production targets and deadlines
  
• Operate forklifts as required
  

About You

• Previous experience operating production machinery in a steel, sheet metal or manufacturing environment is desirable
  
• Current LF Forklift Licence is essential
  
• Experience with machinery such as roll forming, overhead cranes, guillotines, brake presses or folding machines will be highly regarded
  
• Strong attention to detail
  
• Reliable and punctual
  
• Own reliable transport
  
• Full Australian working rights
  

At Workhorse Staffing, we value diversity and are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.