Machine Operators

Corestaff; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training and development

Supportive team culture

Ongoing casual positions

Job summary

CoreStaff is recruiting for a hands-on Machine Operator role at a brand-new Dandenong South facility. You will handle rubber extrusion and die press machinery across multiple production stages, from raw materials to packing, in a fast-paced environment.

Day and Afternoon shifts are available. On-the-job training and development, a supportive team culture, and ongoing casual positions with potential permanency are offered.

Qualifications

• Recent Machine Operator exp within manufacturing environment.
• Beneficial: Rubber industry, textile manufacturing, or extrusion processes.
• Ability to work with rubber extrusion and die press machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills.
• Reliability, good attention to detail, and a focus on quality.
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks and stand for extended periods.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Preparing raw materials for production processes.
• Operating rubber extrusion machines, die press machinery.
• Moving products between machines throughout the production process.
• Assisting with mould setups, changeovers, and machine adjustments.
• Conducting visual quality inspections on finished products.
• Cleaning and preparing products for dispatch.
• Performing manual handling and general production duties.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work environment.

Skills

Machine Operator exp

Rubber industry

Extrusion processes

Mechanical aptitude

Quality focused

Manual handling

Health & safety

Job description

At CoreStaff we pride ourselves on looking after our employees, engaging with you onsite, and rewarding you for doing a great job. Feel like part of the Crew, not just another candidate sent to an assignment and forgotten about.

About the Client
One of Australia's leading footwear suppliers, with successful operations in Australian and around the world are seeking experienced Machine Operators to join their brand-new Dandenong South Facility.

About the Role
A leading manufacturer of rubber footwear and industrial shoes:
This is a hands-on machine operating / production role working with rubber extrusion and die press machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The position involves operating machinery across multiple stages — from raw material preparation through to extrusion, pressing, finishing, and packing.

Day Shift times: 08:00 - 16:00
Afternoon Shift times: 16:00 - Midnight

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparing raw materials for production processes
• Operating rubber extrusion machines, die press machinery
• Moving products between machines throughout the production process
• Assisting with mould setups, changeovers, and machine adjustments
• Conducting visual quality inspections on finished products
• Cleaning and preparing products for dispatch
• Performing manual handling and general production duties
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work environment

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Recent Machine Operator Exp within manufacturing environment
• Beneficial: Experience within rubber industry, textile manufacturing, or extrusion processes
• Ability to work with rubber extrusion and die press machinery
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills
• Reliability, good attention to detail, and a strong focus on quality
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks, stand for extended periods
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety

What We Offer

• Ongoing casual positions (with view to permanent)
• Attractive hourly rate + overtime opportunities
• On-the-job training and development
• Supportive team culture

CoreStaff is a leader in workplace diversity and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians for all roles, females for non-traditional female roles, and applicants with disabilities to apply for all of our jobs.