Production Machine Operator – Recycling

Findmea · Tingalpa QLD 4173 · Full time
Posted 1d ago

Production Machine Operator – Recycling

KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Operate and monitor machinery that processes and compresses recyclable materials into bales.
  • Troubleshoot basic equipment issues, monitor production and complete general labouring and housekeeping duties.
  • Follow workplace health and safety procedures and contribute to a reliable production team.

Production Machine Operator – Recycling

Hemmant | $42.00 per hour + Super | Early Day Shift | Monday–Friday

Looking for an early start, an early finish and consistent weekday work?

Findmea is currently seeking a mechanically minded Machine Operator / Labourer to join a well-established recycling and manufacturing operation based in Hemmant.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, operating machinery and being part of a reliable production team.

What's on offer?

  • $42.00 per hour + Super
  • Early day shift – get your afternoons free
  • Monday to Friday – consistent, full-time hours
  • Weekly pay
  • Overtime opportunities available
  • Casual to permanent employment pathway
  • Modern equipment and a well-established operation

About the role

Working within a specialised recycling facility, you will operate machinery used to process and compress recyclable materials into compact bales for storage and transport.

Your duties will include:

  • Operating and monitoring recycling and production machinery
  • Using machine controls and HMI panels to manage equipment
  • Monitoring production output and identifying operational issues
  • Troubleshooting basic machinery problems
  • Performing general labouring and housekeeping duties
  • Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work environment
  • Following workplace health and safety procedures

What we're looking for

We're interested in people who are practical, reliable and mechanically minded.

Ideally, you will have:

  • Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience
  • Good mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot machinery
  • Experience using HMI control panels (highly regarded)
  • A strong commitment to workplace safety
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
  • A positive attitude and willingness to get hands-on

Why join this team?

You'll be joining an established operation with consistent weekday hours, competitive pay and the opportunity to demonstrate your skills and secure ongoing permanent employment.

If you're looking for your next opportunity in manufacturing, production or recycling, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now through Findmea – we'd love to have a conversation with you!

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Skills

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Excellent communication skillsHmi control panelsHousekeepingMachine operationMachinery troubleshootingMechanical aptitudeProduction monitoringRecyclingReliabilityTeamworkWorkplace health and safety

Perks & benefits

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$42.00 per hour plus superannuationCasual-to-permanent employment pathwayConsistent monday-to-friday hoursEarly finishOvertime opportunitiesWeekly pay

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