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Machine Operator – Engineering / Fastener Manufacturing
EJ Hadaway
Dandenong South, Melbourne VIC
Permanent Full-Time | $30–$35 per hour (based on experience can be higher)
The Opportunity
EJ Hadaway is seeking an experienced Machine Operator to join our specialized manufacturing team in Dandenong South. This role suits a hands-on trades or engineering-minded operator who enjoys running machines end-to-end and taking ownership of quality output.
This is a long-term, permanent position in a stable, Australian family-owned business.
This role is not suitable for pick/pack, warehousing, or forklift-only backgrounds.
What You'll Be Doing
* Set up and operate thread rolling and thread cutting machines
* Perform hot forging and upset forging operations
* Run jobs from start to finish, including setup, operation, and basic checks
* Produce precision components to drawing and specification
* Monitor quality and make adjustments as required
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused workspace
What We're Looking For
Essential:
* Previous experience operating industrial or engineering machinery
* Minimum 2+ years of industrial or engineering machinery operating experience required
* Ability to work independently and problem-solve on machines
* Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
* Reliable, punctual, and consistent work ethic
* Strong safety awareness
* Australian work rights are required for this position
Highly Regarded:
* Engineering or mechanical background
* Experience in fastener manufacturing, forging, or metal forming
* Ability to read basic drawings or specifications
What You'll Get
* Permanent, full-time employment with long-term security
* Competitive pay: $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience
* Stable daytime work in a well-established business
* Day shift but hours are flexible
* Supportive, small-team environment where your skills matter
* Variety of work across custom and ongoing production
About EJ Hadaway
EJ Hadaway is a leading Australian manufacturer of bolts, nuts, fasteners, and engineered steel components. We supply high-quality products to industries including mining, construction, rail, and agriculture, both locally and internationally.
We are proudly family-owned, quality-driven, and focused on long-term relationships—both with customers and employees.
How to Apply
If you have real machine operating experience and are looking for a stable, long-term role in engineering manufacturing, we'd like to hear from you.
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