Wood Manufacturing Team Members – CNC/Machinery & Assembly
Ashton Manufacturing Pty Ltd – Molendinar QLD
Ashton Manufacturing is one of Australia's leading funeral product manufacturers, proudly Australian owned and operated since ****.
We are currently looking for hands‐on team members to join our manufacturing team across two key areas:
1. CNC & Wood Machinery
– operating machinery to cut, shape and produce timber components used in our products.
2. Coffin Assembly
– assembling wooden coffin carcases and components using hand tools, power tools and production equipment.
We are particularly interested in people who have experience working with wood, CNC or woodworking machinery, cabinet making, joinery, furniture manufacturing, timber products or other hands‐on manufacturing environments.
If you have the right practical skills and attitude, we will provide training on our products and processes.
About Us:
Since ****, Ashton Manufacturing has been proudly Australian owned and operated, manufacturing and supplying premium quality caskets, coffins, and accessories to funeral homes across the country.
We offer one of the most comprehensive product ranges in the industry, including our patented Expression Coffin range, the internationally acclaimed Batesville Casket Company range, and our traditional Ashton Manufacturing line. Our business continues to grow as we respond to the evolving needs of contemporary funeral services.
At Ashton Manufacturing, we are known for our commitment to quality, integrity, and professionalism — values that underpin everything we do.
About the Roles:
CNC & Wood Machinery
For our machinery area,



we're looking for people with previous experience operating CNC and/or woodworking machinery.
Depending on your experience, your duties may include:
Operating CNC and woodworking machinery
Setting up machinery for different production requirements
Cutting, shaping and machining timber components
Working with spindles and other timber components
Measuring and working accurately to specifications
Using hand tools, power tools and manufacturing equipment
Inspecting components for quality and defects
Following production schedules and work instructions
Maintaining machinery and work areas in a clean and safe condition
Experience in CNC operation, wood machining, cabinet making, joinery, furniture manufacturing, spindle moulding or timber manufacturing would be highly regarded.
For our assembly area, we're looking for practical, hands‐on people who are confident working with wood and tools.
Assembling wooden coffin carcases and components
Measuring and positioning components accurately
Using hand tools, power tools and assembly equipment
Gluing, fixing and securing timber components
Checking alignment, fit and overall construction
Inspecting completed work to ensure it meets our quality standards
Following production specifications and work instructions
Safely handling and moving products throughout the production area




Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workspace
Previous experience in cabinet making, joinery, furniture assembly, carpentry, timber manufacturing, construction, production or another hands‐on environment would be highly regarded.
What We're Looking For
Across both areas, we're looking for people who:
Are reliable, punctual and have a strong work ethic
Enjoy practical, hands‐on work
Take pride in producing quality work
Have strong attention to detail
Can safely and confidently use tools and equipment
Can follow measurements, instructions and processes
Work well as part of a team
Are physically capable of manual handling tasks
Follow workplace health and safety requirements
Are looking for stable, long‐term employment
A current forklift licence would be highly regarded.
These positions offer 38 hours per week. Successful applicants will initially be employed on a casual basis during the probationary period. Following successful completion of probation, there may be an opportunity to transition to permanent full‐time employment.
What We Offer
Consistent 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Early finish each Friday
Opportunity to transition to permanent full‐time employment
Stable work with a long‐established Australian manufacturer
Training on our products, machinery and manufacturing processes
Supportive, hands‐on team environment
Opportunity to develop your skills and build long‐term employment with the business
A great opportunity to join a growing, stable Australian‐owned company with a strong focus on long‐term employment.
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