Who are we - Wittenbaker Engineering Services, is a part of Motion and operates a diverse manufacturing company. Our quality products find their use in the challenging Australian mining, oil & gas, power generation, marine and rail environments.
We are seeking a skilled Machinist to join our dynamic team based in Henderson WA. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and precision of our products primarily by laser cladding and manual post cladding machine works.
The ideal candidate is someone with experience in laser cladding or metal spray technologies. This individual will need to be a self-motivated, adaptable as the job requires, be a team player but also be able to work independently!
Key responsibilities for the role:
- Plan and setup machines in the most efficient way to reduce set up times and achieve maximum productivity.
- Carry out machining of components as per drawings and client's requirements.
- Monitor / improve tooling parameters as well as cutting conditions on running jobs.
- Liaise with our CAM-Programmer regarding machining processes, machine setups, toolpaths, material properties, current and new tooling.
- Ensure compliance with all record keeping requirements and complete reports accordingly.
- Liaise with the management regarding upcoming, ongoing & completed jobs and provide constructive feedback.
- Monitor machine performance, making adjustments as necessary to maintain quality.
Skills and experience required:
- Experience with laser cladding or metal spray technologies and proficient with the use of manual lathe operation highly desirable.
- Be able to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings.
- Relevant trade qualification, preferably additional certificates in CNC-machining and engineering practices.
- Program, set up and run CNC Lathes, Milling and Routing machines.
- Must have programming experiencing using G codes.
- High level of accuracy and attention details.
- Willingness to participate within a high-performance customer-oriented team.
- Obey and respect company management and safety systems.
What's in for you:
- Access to employee discount on new vehicles, attractive retail discount, fleet and earn cashback.
- Opportunities for career growth and development within the GPC network.
- Company toolbox and tools provided
- Modern workshop, clean well set out work environment
- 1 paid Volunteer Leave Day per calendar year
- Parental leave top-up allowance
- Employee Assistance Program with access to mental health and well-being support initiatives including confidential counselling services
- Uniforms supplied - feel like a team.
- Unlimited access to webinars, training events and courses; we promote a culture of continuous learning and assisting you to reach your full potentials.
- Recognition programs and incentives for your performance
With over 1700 staff members in Australia, we promote a culture of continuous learning and assisting you to reach your full potentials. When you bring your ideas, energy, and hunger for growth to us, you'll be recognised and rewarded for your contribution in return.
Join us on this exciting journey of success and growth and let us help you empower your career with us!
MOTION is an equal opportunity employer
You must be either an Australian Citizen or a holder of an Australian Permanent Residency Visa to be eligible to apply for this position.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click "Apply for this job" and submit both your resume and cover letter. Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.