Mar 30, 2022

WOOD MACHINIST | $60,000 to $70,000 ANNUALLY | RELOCATE TO AUSTRALIA WITH WORK VISA SPONSORSHIP

The Machine Department Wood Machinist is accountable for setting up, program and running of precision machine operations. Responsible for driving change and improvement via the identification of continuous improvement projects.

WOOD MACHINIST | $60,000 to $70,000 ANNUALLY | RELOCATE TO AUSTRALIA WITH WORK VISA SPONSORSHIP | visajobshq.com

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Safely and efficiently set up and operate CNC woodworking center, shapers (spindle moulder), drilling machines, wide belt sanders, thicknesser, dovetailer, Edgebander, Panel Saw, Beamsaw, Docking saw, Bandsaw

  • Load and unload jigs and fixtures

  • Load material onto machines

  • Unload and visually inspect components

  • Perform quality checks

  • Maintain a clean workspace

  • Ensure timely work order closures.

  • Assist in Maintaining machinery and equipment and or maintenance programs.

  • Generate and maintain a high level of morale and confidence amongst colleagues.

  • Ensure budgets and quality standards are met in the department.

  • Maximise production efficiency at all times. This includes job times, quality and workflows.

  • Liaise with all other departments.

  • Aspire to develop a team environment

SAFETY

  • Conduct (in partnership with WHS Officer) all hazard and accident investigations and recommend preventative actions when required

  • Ensure safe working procedures are followed.

  • Initiate actions to improve WHS and take immediate action to amend any unsafe situations/acts.

  • Ensure employees are inducted and understand and comply with WHS safe work policies and practices.

QUALITY

  • Monitor and ensure a high standard of quality workmanship at all times.

  • Develop and nurture a culture of quality workmanship amongst colleagues.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must have Trade Certificate

  • Technical Skills and Knowledge

  • Minimum 3 yrs experience working in furniture manufacturing.

  • Experience in Working in a high volume modern factory environment (desirable)

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Monitoring, planning and prioritizing work as directed

  • Effective Communication Skills

  • Motivated and Team-player

  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality

  • Good housekeeping

Benefits:

  • Great working environment,

  • Reputation for quality and value

  • TSS Sponsorship may be available to outstanding candidate

How to Apply

If you think you have the above qualities, are looking for a new challenge, and believe you have what it takes to drive a team to succeed consistently, please forward your resume, along with a cover letter, by clicking on the apply button below. Alternatively, you may email your application letter with resume to recruitment@konnecting.com and quote reference #3404254 in the email subject.