About the role

We are a small privately owned company, looking for a reliable and motivated Laser Cutting & Press Brake Operator to join our manufacturing team in Salisbury North. This is a hands-on production role working with CNC laser cutting and press brake machinery to manufacture sheet metal components for a variety of customers and industries. We are looking for someone who takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work and enjoys working in a busy manufacturing workplace.

Key responsibilities

- Operating CNC laser cutting machines

- Operating CNC press brake machines

- Loading and unloading sheet metal and finished components

- Setting up machines for different jobs and materials

- Reading production drawings and job instructions

- Checking dimensions and finished parts against drawings

- Using measuring equipment such as vernier calipers and tape measures

- Identifying and reporting production or quality issues

- Handling steel, stainless steel and aluminium components

- Maintaining a clean and organised work area





About you

- Experience in laser cutting, press brake operation, sheet metal or metal fabrication

- Good ability to read and understand engineering drawings

- Confidence using measuring equipment

- Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

- A strong focus on quality and accuracy

- Good communication skills

- A reliable and positive attitude

- The ability to work independently and as part of a team

- A solid commitment to workplace safety

- Previous experience with CNC manufacturing equipment will be an advantage

Benefits

- Stable work in an established South Australian manufacturing business

- Modern manufacturing environment

- Opportunity to develop your laser cutting and press brake skills

- Training and support for the right person

- Friendly, practical team environment

- Competitive pay based on skills and experience

📌 Machine Operator (Salisbury North)
🏢 Laser Plates
📍 Salisbury North