Machine Operator

Job description

About the Opportunity: Looking for a stable manufacturing role in Welshpool? Join a leading industrial cooling manufacturer as a Machine Operator . Enjoy $32.31/hr, standard day shifts, and a real chance to secure a permanent job .
Benefits:

First-Rate Pay: $32.31/hr base rate with potential overtime opportunities to boost your earnings .

Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday day shift (06:00-14:30) for a predictable weekly routine .

Growth: A clear temp-to-perm transition pathway for hard-working, reliable employees .

Culture/Environment: Safe, organised workshop environment with a strong commitment to team safety .

Duties:

Set up tube presses and operate semi-automated machinery to manufacture industrial components continuously .

Measure finished products to exact standards using precision tools and log data into computers .

Conduct light machine maintenance including daily pre-start checks, cleaning, and lubricating moving parts .

Safely move raw materials and components across the workshop using forklifts and overhead cranes .

Skills & Experience:

Mechanical aptitude and previous hands-on experience in a workshop or factory setting .

Proven experience using hand tools, air tools, and working with imperial measurements .

Ability to follow quality processes, enter accurate data, and stand comfortably for extended periods .

A proactive, safety-first mindset focused on quality work and following clear shop instructions .

Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, physical assessment, and national police check .

Eligibility & Clearances: Please Note: Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency and be eligible to obtain and maintain a National Police Clearance, Pre-Employment Medical (including silica test), and Drug & Alcohol screening .
How to Apply:
Apply online now with your CV and Cover Letter, or contact Kate at with any questions. Please click here to apply.

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 29 Sep, 2026
  • Category: Trades
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Salary:
  • Location: Welshpool, WA 6106
  • Job Nature: Full Time

Company Details

  • Name: Kate Farmer
  • Location: WA - Perth - South Eastern Suburbs