About MPI Automotive

MPI Automotive is a proudly Australian-owned business with over 50 years of manufacturing experience.

From our facilities in Belmont, Cunderdin and Melton, we manufacture and distribute the Manta range of performance exhaust systems throughout Australia and internationally. We continue to invest in our people, manufacturing capabilities and operational performance.

Many of our team members have built long-term careers with us, including several with more than 10 and 20 years of service. We believe in developing capable people from within and providing opportunities to those who demonstrate reliability, initiative and a willingness to learn.

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Manufacturing Team Member to join our production team at Melton VIC.

This is a practical, hands-on position supporting the manufacture of Australian-made performance exhaust systems. You will work across different areas of production, assisting tradespeople and machine operators while helping materials and components move efficiently through the factory.

This opportunity would suit someone who takes pride in practical work, follows established processes and wants to develop useful manufacturing skills.

Key responsibilities include:

- Preparing and staging materials and components for production

- Assisting welders, fabricators and machine operators

- Moving work safely and efficiently between production areas

- Operating manufacturing equipment after appropriate training

- Using hand and power tools

- Checking components against job requirements

- Identifying and reporting damaged, incorrect or non-conforming parts

- Packing and preparing completed products

- Maintaining clean, organised and safe work areas

- Following production instructions, procedures and safety requirements

- Helping reduce material waste, rework and production delays

- Supporting continuous improvement across factory operations

The Person We Are Looking For





We are looking for someone who does more than simply turn up and complete assigned tasks.

The right person will

- Be dependable, punctual and ready to work

- Take ownership and accountability for their responsibilities

- Follow instructions, procedures and safety requirements

- Take pride in producing accurate, quality work

- Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors

- Identify issues and raise them before they become larger problems

- Be willing to learn different production processes

- Work effectively as part of a team

- Respect equipment, materials and the workplace

- Contribute positively to productivity, quality and continuous improvement

This is a physical manufacturing role. Applicants must be able to safely perform the inherent requirements of the position, including standing for extended periods and handling production materials and components.

Experience and Skills

Previous factory or manufacturing experience would be advantageous, but it is not essential for an applicant with the right work ethic and attitude.

The following will be highly regarded:

- Experience in manufacturing, fabrication or production

- Mechanical aptitude or practical hands-on experience

- Experience using hand and power tools

- Metalworking, welding or automotive industry exposure

- Forklift licence

- Experience following production drawings, job cards or work instructions

- Experience working within quality and safety processes

Training will be provided in relevant equipment, procedures and production processes.

Career Development

This is more than an opportunity to perform general factory duties.





Team members who demonstrate reliability, capability and initiative may have opportunities to develop into areas such as:

- Machine operation

- Tube bending and component preparation

- Welding and fabrication support

- Quality inspection

- Production coordination

- Team leadership

Progression is based on demonstrated performance, business requirements and the ability to take on greater responsibility.

What We Offer

- Stable, full-time employment with an established Australian manufacturer

- Monday to Friday work

- Competitive hourly rate based on skills and experience

- On-the-job training and development

- Opportunities to learn multiple manufacturing processes

- Potential career progression for capable team members

- Supportive, family-owned business environment

- Employee product discounts

- Long-term career opportunities

Application Requirements

All applications must include a short cover letter answering the following question:

Tell us about a time when you demonstrated reliability, solved a practical problem or helped a team complete an important job. What was the situation, and what did you do?

Your answer does not need to come from a factory setting. Examples from previous employment, trades, warehousing, automotive work, volunteering or practical projects are welcome.

Applications that do not address this question may not be considered. We are looking for switched on people with an eye for detail.

Additional Information

Successful applicants may be required to:

- Provide at least two recent employment references

- Undergo a pre-employment medical assessment

- Complete relevant employment and work-right checks

- Provide evidence of any licences or qualifications claimed

Please do not contact our office regarding your application, as our reception team is unable to assist with recruitment enquiries.

We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

📌 Manufacturing Team Member – Factory & Production Support (Melton)
🏢 MPI Automotive
📍 Melton