Experienced Machinist

Based in West Footscray, an exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Wood Machinist to join our manufacturing team. This is a key position within our operations, responsible for producing varying high-quality products and highly skill based that are critical to our manufacturing process.

Working within our wood machining department, you will work with a variety of materials, including solid timber and various board products, using a range of woodworking machinery, saws and equipment - in particular with our spindle moulder and panel saw.

The position is hands-on and varied, providing the opportunity to work across different stages of production and develop your skills across a broad range of woodworking applications.

As a coffin and casket manufacturer, our production requirements can vary considerably. The ability to manufacture specialised products from raw materials, often to specific customer requirements, is an important part of this role. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their workmanship, can work independently and is confident taking on different challenges as they arise.

About You

Experience with moulders, panel saws and other woodworking machinery will be highly valued.

We are particularly interested in someone who:

• Has cabinetmaking, woodworking or relevant manufacturing experience
• Is confident operating woodworking machinery and saws
• Has strong attention to detail and takes pride in producing quality work
• Can work independently while also contributing positively to a team
• Is practical, reliable and willing to take on a variety of tasks
• Has the ability to read and work from measurements, specifications and customer requirements
• Is keen to continue developing their skills and knowledge

A forklift licence would also be advantageous (yet not required).

Opportunity to Grow

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills and build a long-term career with our company. Along with the role itself, there is genuine opportunity for internal growth and progression, with the potential to take on increased responsibility and move into leadership roles within our team as your experience and capabilities develop.

We are committed to developing our people and will provide job-specific training to ensure the successful candidate is supported in learning our processes and developing their capabilities.

If you are a motivated, hands-on person who enjoys working with timber, machinery and creating quality products, we would like to hear from you.

In turn, we offer secure employment, above award wages and bonuses. Overtime hours may be required from time to time.

Applicants must currently reside in Australia or will not be considered.