Tufting Machine Operator / Turf manufacturer

Drake International; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual rate

Mon-Fri roster

Day shift 7:00-15:00

Modern facility

Friendly team

Immediate start

Job summary

Drake International is seeking an experienced Tufting Machine Operator for our client, a well established manufacturer in the artificial turf sector, based in Yatala. You will operate tufting machinery, perform setup, monitor quality, and report faults.

The role offers a casual rate of $33.85 per hour, a consistent Monday to Friday roster, and day shift from 7:00am to 3:00pm, with immediate start for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience operating tufting machines or similar production equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Background in manufacturing or textiles preferred.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Reliable transport and good attendance.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor tufting machines.
• Set up machines and manage changeovers.
• Perform ongoing quality inspections.
• Identify faults and report issues.
• Maintain clean, safe work area.
• Collaborate with production team.

Skills

Tufting machine experience

Mechanical aptitude

Quality-minded

Team player

Health and safety conscious

Job description

Drake International is currently seeking an experienced Tufting Machine Operator for our client, a well established and growing manufacturer within the artificial turf industry based in Yatala.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure position in a modern production facility with a supportive team environment and strong workplace culture.

What we are offering:

• Casual rate of $33.85 per hour


• Consistent Monday to Friday roster


• Day shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm


• Modern and well-maintained facility


• Friendly and supportive team culture


• Immediate start available for the right candidate

About the Role:

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for operating tufting machinery and supporting the efficient production of high quality artificial turf products.

Your duties will include:

• Operating and monitoring tufting machines


• Machine setup and changeovers


• Conducting quality inspections throughout production runs


• Identifying and reporting machine faults


• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment


• Working collaboratively within the production team

To Be Successful You Will Have

• Previous experience operating tufting machines or similar production machinery


• A mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability


• Manufacturing or textile production experience highly regarded


• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety


• Reliable transport and excellent attendance history


• The ability to work effectively in a team environment

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.