Our client is an Australian family-owned company that has been designing and manufacturing industry-leading food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical tubes for almost 90 years. They are seeking a skilled and experienced Fitter/Machine Operator to become an integral part of their team at Smithfield.

Main Duties/Responsiblites:

- Take charge of guiding and training a small group of extruder operators towards excellence.

- Maintain efficient organization of tools and spare parts to ensure smooth operations.

- Master the operation and setup of extruder and Header machines for optimal performance.

- Execute preventive services and maintenance tasks, including cleaning, lubricating, and safe stock tool management.

- Liaise effectively with the engineering and maintenance teams to streamline processes.

- Assist in the development and documentation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and instructions.

- Provide detailed reports to shift supervisors to keep them informed of operations.

- Adhere strictly to safety rules and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) procedures.





- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards.

- Implement and maintain 5S principles for a clean and efficient work setting.

Requirements

- Trade qualified with a minimum of 5 years experience as a Fitter in a manufacturing environment.

- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a small team

- High attention to detail and excellent problem solving skills

- Strong communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to communicate effectively with the team

- Experience in FMCG, Packaging or Pharmacetuical industries would be highly regarded

- Hands on, proactive and self-motivated

Benefits

This a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Fitter/Machine Operator seeking a full-time permanent position with regular hours from Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. With the added benefit of paid overtime and flexibility for additional hours as required, you'll have the chance to thrive in a supportive environment. $80K + Super

📌 Fitter/Machine Operator (Smithfield)
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