Production Machine Operator - Recycling

FindMeA Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Casual to permanent pathway

Early day shift

Modern equipment

Job summary

Findmea is seeking a mechanically minded Machine Operator / Labourer to join a well-established recycling and manufacturing operation in Hemmant. The role offers a stable early-day shift, Monday to Friday, with weekly pay and overtime opportunities.

You will operate machinery to process recyclables, monitor output, troubleshoot minor issues and maintain a clean, safe work environment. This is a casual-to-permanent pathway with modern equipment and supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot machinery.
• Experience using HMI control panels (highly regarded).
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to get hands-on.

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring recycling and production machinery
• Using machine controls and HMI panels to manage equipment
• Monitoring production output and identifying operational issues
• Troubleshooting basic machinery problems
• Performing general labouring and housekeeping duties
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work environment
• Following workplace health and safety procedures

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical aptitude

HMI panels experience

Safety awareness

Team player

Job description

Hemmant | $42.00 per hour + Super | Early Day Shift | Monday-Friday

Looking for an early start, an early finish and consistent weekday work?

Findmea is currently seeking a mechanically minded Machine Operator / Labourer to join a well-established recycling and manufacturing operation based in Hemmant.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, operating machinery and being part of a reliable production team.

What's on offer?

• $42.00 per hour + Super
• Early day shift - get your afternoons free
• Monday to Friday - consistent, full-time hours
• Weekly pay
• Overtime opportunities available
• Casual to permanent employment pathway
• Modern equipment and a well-established operation

About the role

Working within a specialised recycling facility, you will operate machinery used to process and compress recyclable materials into compact bales for storage and transport.

Your duties will include:

• Operating and monitoring recycling and production machinery
• Using machine controls and HMI panels to manage equipment
• Monitoring production output and identifying operational issues
• Troubleshooting basic machinery problems
• Performing general labouring and housekeeping duties
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work environment
• Following workplace health and safety procedures

What we're looking for

We're interested in people who are practical, reliable and mechanically minded.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience
• Good mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot machinery
• Experience using HMI control panels (highly regarded)
• A strong commitment to workplace safety
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• A positive attitude and willingness to get hands-on

Why join this team?

You’ll be joining an established operation with consistent weekday hours, competitive pay and the opportunity to demonstrate your skills and secure ongoing permanent employment.