Production Machine Operators - $34.00 - $44.20 Permanent Rate!

Job Connect; Queensland; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Connect is recruiting Factory Production Machine Operators with Forklift licences for a leading international building supplies company based in Carole Park, Queensland. If you've got hands-on experience with batching, blending or mixing products, this could be your next move.

The role offers a permanent rate with overtime, 6:00am–2:30pm, 2:00pm–10:30pm or 10:00pm–6:30am, and 4–6 weeks of training on the day shift. You’ll join an experienced crew with chances to progress from within.

Qualifications

• Experience with batching, blending or mixing in a factory setting.
• Full Australian working rights on a permanent basis.
• Ability to operate production machines and lifting of 20kg bags.
• Willingness to undergo 4–6 weeks of day-shift training.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixers, fillers and bagging equipment.
• Use computerised control systems to manufacture batches.
• Operate forklifts to move pallets and products.
• Complete safety pre-starts and identify hazards.
• Follow safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Batching experience

Forklift licence

Machinery operation

Tools

Computerised control systems

Job description

Production Machine Operators - $34.00 - $44.20 Permanent Rate!

Experienced production operator? Ready for better pay, stable hours and a team that values your skills?

Job Connect is recruiting Factory Production Machine Operators with Forklift licences for a leading international building supplies company based in Carole Park.

If you've got hands-on experience with batching, blending or mixing products, this could be your next move.

The Role Offers:

• $34.00–$44.20 Permanent Rate + Overtime
• Monday–Friday — Days and Arvos, Sun – Thurs for Nights
• Choose from stable Day, Afternoon or Night shifts
• 6:00am–2:30pm or 2:00pm–10:30pm or 10:00pm – 6:30am
• 4–6 weeks of training with expert trainers on day shift
• Supportive, inclusive workplace with opportunities to progress from within
• Join an experienced production crew — not a revolving door of casuals

The Role Involves:

You'll be part of an experienced production team responsible for:

• Operating mixers, fillers and bagging equipment
• Using computerised control systems to manufacture quality batches
• Operating forklifts to move pallets and products
• Completing safety pre-starts and identifying hazards
• Following strict safety and quality procedures
• Working alongside experienced permanent production operators

What You Bring:

We're looking for people with:

• Any previous batching, blending or mixing experience in a factory environment is highly regarded
• Ability to operate production machines to make a product
• Ability to perform manual work, including lifting 20kg bags
• Willingness to complete 4–6 weeks of initial training on day shift
• Full and unrestricted Australian working rights — visas with expiry dates are not suitable for these full‑time roles

Ready for a Better Production Role?

If you're an experienced operator who wants good money, stable hours, strong safety standards and a team that respects experienced people, we want to hear from you.