Ashton Manufacturing is one of Australia’s leading funeral product manufacturers, supplying high-quality coffins, caskets and accessories nationwide.
Due to continued growth, we are currently seeking reliable and hands-on team members to join our production team.
We have multiple roles available, including:
* Finishing & Dispatch Team Members
* Carcase Assembly Team Members (coffin assembly)
These are hands-on roles suited to people who enjoy practical work, take pride in producing quality outcomes, and are seeking stable, long-term employment within a supportive team environment. We work collaboratively, with everyone contributing to shared tasks and ongoing improvements across the production floor. You’ll be expected to operate tools and equipment safely, maintain a clean and organised workspace, and uphold the high safety and quality standards we’re known for.
About Us:
Since 1977, 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 modern 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:
Finishing & Dispatch
In this role you will be responsible for the assembly, finishing, wrapping and dispatch of our products, ensuring every item meets our quality standards and is prepared safely and securely for transport.
Your day will include:
* Assembling coffin components (lining, trimming, attaching handles and finishing)
* Applying wrapping / Expressions artwork to a high standard
* Inspecting products for quality and defects
* Preparing, packing and labelling orders for dispatch
* Loading and unloading products onto trucks carefully to prevent damage
* Verifying picking slips and delivery dockets
Carcase Assembly
This role focuses on building the structural components of our coffins.
Your day will include:
* Assemble coffin carcases using air and power tools
* Work with timber and hardware components
* Follow precise measurements and build specifications
* Operating tools, machinery and equipment safely
* Inspect builds to ensure strength and quality standards are met
A background in manufacturing, cabinet making, carpentry, construction, or simply enjoying hands-on work with wood and tools will be highly regarded.
What We’re Looking For:
We’re open to a wide range of backgrounds as full training is provided, including people who have worked in:
* Pick & pack / warehousing
* Dispatch or logistics
* Manufacturing or production
* Retail stock handling or similar hands-on roles
* Cabinet making / carpentry / construction
Key attributes:
* Strong attention to detail
* Pride in quality and presentation
* Reliable, punctual and hardworking
* Comfortable with light-to-moderate manual handling
* Able to follow processes and safety procedures
* Willing to learn and be trained
* Forklift experience is highly regarded but not essential.
What We Offer:
* Finish & Dispatch role - $31.19 per hour + Superannuation
* Carcase Assembly role - $33.46 per hour + Superannuation
* Stable Casual position working 38 hours per week role with a well-established Australian business
* Supportive team environment with clear expectations
* Structured training on products, systems, and processes
This role offers the chance to work with a respected Australian manufacturer in a stable, customer-focused position, where your attention to detail and consistency really matter and good work is genuinely valued.
Apply now to become part of a company that genuinely values quality, people and purpose.
When completing your application, please ensure you answer all screening questions and clearly indicate which role you are applying for (Finishing & Dispatch or Carcase Assembly).
We are only seeking applicants who have full Australian work rights and are legally able to work in Australia.
Company Overview
About Us Since 1977, Ashton Manufacturing has been proudly Australian owned and operated, supplying premium, Australian-made products to the funeral industry. With operations across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia, we are a growing national business built on strong values, long-term relationships, and a genuine commitment to quality. We operate in a unique, boutique and highly specialised industry where reliability, precision, respect and consistency matter — not just to our customers, but to each other. Our Culture & Values At Ashton Manufacturing, our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a workplace culture that is: Respectful & supportive – where everyone is treated with dignity and professionalism Safety-focused – with strong systems, clear processes, and shared responsibility Accountable & reliable – we do what we say we will do Team-driven – we work together, communicate openly, and support one another Proud of quality – from our products to our service and our workplaces We value integrity, consistency, teamwork and continuous improvement, and we encourage our employees to take ownership of their roles, contribute ideas, and grow with the business. Working With Us Joining Ashton Manufacturing means becoming part of a stable, well-established company that genuinely invests in its people, systems and future. We offer structured processes, clear expectations, and a professional working environment where your contribution is recognised and valued.