Machine Operator / Machine Technician - Night shift full time and permanent

Dowson Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dowson Pty Ltd in Melbourne’s South East is seeking a skilled Machine Operator / Technician for a night shift. You will operate production machinery, monitor quality, and perform routine maintenance to support high standards in medical device and cosmetic manufacturing.

Join a growing Australian manufacturing business with in-house design and multiple processes. You will contribute to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement while staying punctual and collaborative in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Degree or trade skill in mechanical/electrical/industrial/manufacturing engineering or related field.
• 2–3 years of machine operating/engineering experience, preferably in an assembly environment.
• Excellent attitude, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and creative approach to improving assembly machine reliability and performance.
• Proven experience improving machine availability and performance.
• Commitment to safety and quality.
• Punctuality and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and start up, run, and shut down equipment within parameters.
• Monitor production, perform basic testing and quality checks; troubleshoot issues to minimise downtime.
• Inspect products for quality and report deviations or defects.
• Maintain and clean machinery; report major repairs or upgrades.
• Assemble, pack and label components; ensure correct preparation for shipping.
• Keep accurate production records of quantities, times, and incidents.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality testing

Teamwork

Problem solving

Maintenance awareness

Education

Trade certificate or diploma in mechanical/electrical engineering

Tools

Industrial machinery

Job description

Machine Operator / Machine Technician - Night shift full time and permanent

About Us

Dowson is an exciting start-up medical and cosmetic device manufacturing business based in Melbourne’s South East. We have in-house product design and development, injection moulding, extrusion, spring formation and multiple assembly processes within a clean environment.

We are expanding to meet our clients' demand.

If you are looking for a career at a dynamic, growing company that is advancing Australian manufacturing, then look no further!

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Machine Operator / Technician to join our team. You will be responsible for running the machines and ensuring that we produce high-quality products for the medical device and cosmetic industries.

As a Machine Operator / Technician at Dowson, you will play a crucial role in our Business. You will

Core Job Duties

• Machine Operation: Operate production machinery and equipment. Start up, run, and shut down machinery, ensuring it operates within the specified parameters.
• Production Monitoring: Monitor the production process and carry out basic testing and quality checks. Identify and troubleshoot issues in the production line to minimise downtime.
• Quality Control: Inspect products for quality and compliance with specifications. Recognise and report any deviations or defects in products or processes
• Maintenance and Cleaning: Perform regular maintenance, cleaning, and basic repairs on machinery. Report any need for major repairs or upgrades to the maintenance team or supervisor. Maintain a clean and safe working area.
• Assembly and Packaging: Assemble, pack, and label individual components and finished products. Ensure products meet quality standards and are prepared correctly for shipping or further processing.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of production quantities, processing times, and any incidents or deviations from the norm. Document machine operations and efficiency.
• Teamwork and Communication: Work cooperatively with team members to meet production goals. Communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, providing feedback and suggestions to enhance production efficiency, quality, and safety
• Safety: Uphold a safe and productive working environment for all team members.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Preferable, a degree, an associate degree or trade skill in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field

At least two to three years of experience in machine operating/engineering, preferably in an assembly machine environment

Excellent attitude, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills

A proactive and creative approach to improving assembly machine reliability and performance

Proven experience improving machine availability and performance

Commitment to safety and quality.

Punctuality and reliability.

Next Step

Dowson isan equal-opportunity employer and iscommitted to encouraging diversity and social inclusion across all our departments.