Middleby Australia is one of the world's leading suppliers of commercial food service equipment. Our range includes Goldstein cooking equipment, Eswood ware washers, Pitco fryers, TurboChef ovens, Middleby Marshall pizza ovens plus much more. We provide equipment to some of your favorite fast-food chains.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Bender with hands‐on experience operating turret punch, fabrication and brake press machines. This role is responsible for manufacturing sheet metal components to specification, ensuring quality standards are met, and supporting production targets in a safe and efficient manner.
The successful candidate will have a robust understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes, be able to read technical drawings, and have demonstrated experience setting up and operating sheet metal machinery within a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate Turret Punch and Brake Press machines safely and efficiently
Manufacture sheet metal components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications
Set up machinery and tooling for production runs
Perform quality checks to ensure components meet required standards
Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions
Identify and report defects, machine faults, or production issues
Conduct first‐off inspections and ongoing quality checks during production
Assist with fabrication, assembly, and handling of sheet metal products




Maintain equipment and perform routine machine checksFollow all workplace health and safety procedures
Maintain a clean and organised work area in line with 5S principles
Work collaboratively with the production team to achieve production targets
Complete other duties as directed by the Production Manager
Qualifications and Experience
Previous experience in sheet metal fabrication within a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated experience operating Turret Punch and Brake Press machines is essential
Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes and techniques
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Experience performing quality inspections and measuring fabricated components
Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements in a manufacturing environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‐quality work
Reliable, motivated, and committed to meeting production deadlines
Physically capable of performing manual handling tasks and standing for extended periods
Australian citizenship or permanent residency required
What Do We Offer
At Middleby we value our team and understand that our employees are key to our success. We have great on‐the‐job training to help new employees feel welcome to the team and offer a supportive team environment to help employees grow and develop in their careers. We also have free parking onsite.
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📌 Bender - Sheet Metal (New South Wales)
🏢 Middleby Australia
📍 New South Wales