Location: Cowra Manufacturing Plant
Reporting to: Production Manager
Employment Type: Full time
About Us
Active Group is a fast-growing manufacturing and distribution business, home to several high-performance brands in the agricultural and industrial sectors. With a strong commitment to quality and innovation, we’re proud to support Australian farming and industry with products designed to perform.
We’re now looking for a skilled Fiber Laser Operator to join our Cowra team and play a key role in our manufacturing operations.
The Role
As a Fiber Laser, you’ll be responsible for the precision cutting of components that form the backbone of our products. You’ll work with advanced Fiber laser cutting equipment, interpreting technical drawings and CAD outputs to produce high-quality parts that meet exacting standards.
This is a hands-on role where attention to detail, efficiency, and teamwork are critical.
Key responsibilities include:
- Operating Fiber laser cutting machines to meet engineering specifications.
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings, CAD files, and work orders.
- Preparing and optimising cutting programs, including efficient nesting for maximum material usage.
- Setting up machine parameters and making adjustments to ensure quality and productivity.
- Monitoring production output and inspecting finished parts for accuracy.
- Carrying out routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
- Keeping accurate production records and documentation.
- Collaborating with the production team to meet deadlines and targets.
- Following workplace health and safety procedures and maintaining a clean, organised work area.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is hands-on, detail-focused, and committed to producing quality work.
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- At least 12 months laser operation experience (essential).
- Experience with HSG laser systems (advantageous but not essential).
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings with accuracy.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- A team-focused mindset and strong work ethic.
Why Join Us?
At Active Group, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and growth. We offer the opportunity to work with advanced technology in a supportive workplace, with the stability of a business that is continuing to expand in the agricultural and industrial markets.
Keen to learn more? Visit our website: www.agpl.com.au
Confidential enquiries are welcome — contact Tamara James, HR
[email protected] or connect via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tamara-james-0b6ab334
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
📌 Laser machine operator (Bathurst)
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