Machine Operator – Manufacturing – Padstow

Labourpower; Sydney; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Labourpower is seeking an experienced Machine Operator to join our Padstow manufacturing team. You will work with large industrial production machinery, performing setup, adjustments and quality checks to ensure consistent output.

This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 5:00am–1:00pm, with overtime and a strong emphasis on safety, attendance, and reliability. Applicants with textile/fabric processing equipment experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large industrial manufacturing machinery is essential.
• Experience with automated textile/fabric processing equipment is highly regarded.
• Ability to read and follow production specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate large industrial production machinery to manufacture high-quality products.
• Set up and adjust machinery to production specifications.
• Read and interpret production sheets and work instructions.
• Monitor machine performance and make minor adjustments.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure finished products meet standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Manual handling of materials throughout the production process.

Skills

Large machinery operation

Mechanical aptitude

Reading production specs

Quality awareness

Safety conscious

Tools

Industrial machinery

Job description

Manufacturing and Production

Padstow, Sydney, Australia

MACHINE OPERATOR – MANUFACTURING – PADSTOW

Labourpower are recruiting for an experienced Machine Operator to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Padstow.

We are seeking applicants with hands-on experience operating large industrial manufacturing machinery in a production environment. Experience operating quilting, stitching, laminating or other automated textile/fabric processing equipment will be highly regarded. This is not a general machine operating role – previous experience setting up and operating large industrial production machinery is essential.

Shift:

• Monday to Friday
• 5:00am – 1:00pm
• Overtime available as required

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate large industrial production machinery to manufacture high-quality products.
• Set up and adjust machinery to suit different production specifications.
• Read and interpret production sheets and work instructions.
• Monitor machine performance and make minor adjustments where required.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure finished products meet company standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Manual handling of materials throughout the production process.

To be successful you will have:

• Previous experience operating large industrial manufacturing machinery (essential).
• Experience with automated textile, fabric, foam, stitching, quilting or similar production equipment is highly regarded.
• Ability to read and follow production specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Availability to work overtime when required.
• Current driver’s licence and own reliable transport.

What’s on offer:

• Ongoing full-time hours.
• Opportunity for long-term employment.
• Overtime available.
• Supportive team environment.
• Career development opportunities.

Job Information

Job Reference: 210674471_1785737743
Salary: AU$34 - AU$35 per hour
Salary From: AU$34
Salary To: AU$35
Salary Type: hour
Consultant Name: Nick Bayly
Job Industries: Manufacturing and Production
Job Locations: Padstow, Sydney, Australia
Job Types: Contract