Mill Operator: Crane & Forklift Certified

Lincoln Electric; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric is seeking a Production Operator for our Malaga facility in Australia. You will set up and operate semi-automatic milling and related equipment, monitor process parameters, and manage loads using overhead cranes and forklifts.

The role emphasises safety, quality and adherence to SOPs in a busy industrial workshop. You will maintain accurate production records, perform routine maintenance tasks, and participate in safety training and shift handovers.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in heavy manufacturing, metal fabrication or industrial workshop.
• Able to set up, operate and monitor production equipment per instructions.
• Able to read and interpret production docs and specs.
• Competent with gauges, meters and process instrumentation.
• Current Forklift Licence is essential.
• Crane experience and training certification required, crane ticket desirable.
• Strong WHS understanding and safe work practices.
• Ability to work to schedule, rostered shifts and overtime as required.
• Good attention to detail and ability to maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate semi-automatic milling and related production equipment per work instructions and specs.
• Monitor machine controls, gauges, temperatures, feed rates, and speeds to stay within spec.
• Load and unload steel plates using overhead cranes, forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Perform routine inspections, adjustments and basic preventive maintenance for reliability.
• Identify faults or issues and report to supervisor to prevent quality or safety problems.
• Inspect finished products for dimensional accuracy and surface quality per specs.
• Maintain production records including settings, outputs, QA checks and deviations.
• Follow SOPs and quality requirements to ensure consistent outcomes.
• Operate equipment safely and comply with WHS and site procedures.
• Wear and maintain PPE and participate in safety or incident reporting as required.
• Communicate clearly during shift handovers and assist with training new operators.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and 5S housekeeping in the work area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Reading work instructions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Manual handling

Safety conscious

Communication

Tools

Forklift Licence

Crane ticket

Job description

Lincoln Electric is seeking a Production Operator for our Malaga facility in Australia. You will set up and operate semi-automatic milling and related equipment, monitor process parameters, and manage loads using overhead cranes and forklifts.

The role emphasises safety, quality and adherence to SOPs in a busy industrial workshop. You will maintain accurate production records, perform routine maintenance tasks, and participate in safety training and shift handovers.