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Cnc machine operator, day shift

Melbourne
Aluminium Industries
Machine Operator
Posted: 5 January
Offer description

Join a company where your efforts and talents will be appreciated. Aluminium Industries (Ai) seeks driven people who want to be part of a future-focused company.

We are looking for a CNC Machine Operator to join the aiFAB team at our Dandenong South location.

The role:

Reporting to aiFAB's Production Manager, our CNC Operators use CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, routing, milling, etc. Our CNC Operators understand the specifications of their assigned jobs and achieve the desired results by reading CAD drawings and reviewing work instructions.

Success in this role is measured by the quality and efficiency of jobs completed. Equally important is absolute commitment to safe work practices in order to protect the safety and wellness of individuals and the team.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

* an EAP with free and confidential wellness resources for employees and their immediate family members
* an onsite gym for exclusive use of employees and their immediate adult family members
* quarterly team lunches catered by food trucks
* monthly "cake days" to celebrate employee birthdays
* easy onsite parking

Responsibilities include:

* Understanding of and adherence to safe work practices
* Prepare and load aluminium and parts onto the machines
* Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result
* Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with project requirements to ensure the process has been completed properly
* Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure optimal performance
* Program various machines, as directed
* Job documentation
* Time/cost reconciliation
* Participate to ensure the warehouse and factories are kept clean and safe
* Other activities as directed

Schedule:

* Monday – Thursday: 7.00 am to 3.30 pm with 15 minutes for morning tea and 30 minutes for lunch.
* Friday: 7.00 am to 1.00 pm with 15 minutes morning tea.

Occasional overtime may be offered during peak periods.

Essential skills and traits:

* Proven experience as a CNC operator working with aluminium extrusion
* Proven experience running 3 axis & 5 axis CNC machines
* Experience reading and understanding CAD drawings
* Ability to create programs from files (e.g. STP / DXF) and CAD Drawings
* Able to stand for extended periods of time
* Capable of lifting metal to load and unload CNC machines
* Mechanical aptitude
* Strong communication skills
* Confident with MS Office programs
* Capable of working autonomously
* Ability to think and work fast under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Strong work ethic
* Able to work and contribute as a team
* Valid driver's license
* Rights to live and work in Australia

A Certificate IV – Mechanical Engineering, with CNC Programming would be an advantage, but not required.

Aluminium Industries is growing and we need people with drive and dedication who want to grow with us. We offer a competitive salary, reliable team, and opportunities for development.

To be considered, please submit your resume, along with a cover letter via SEEK.

Only applicants who are successful in progressing to an interview will be contacted.

No recruiters or agencies, please.

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