Machine Operator

**Location**:
Caloundra

Employment Type:
WG - Wage

Department:
MASONRY QLD CALOUNDRA PLANT PRODUCTION MANAGER

Closing Date:
14/07/2023

**About the role**

We’re seeking an experienced and confident Machine Operator to join our team at Austral Masonry, Caloundra, QLD. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be primarily responsible for safely and efficiently setting up and operating mechanical equipment involved in the manufacture of concrete masonry products.
- Once fully trained and operational, this role will be required to alternate with the night shift team in a two-week rotational arrangement.**Duties include but are not limited to**:

- Set up, operate, and maintain mechanical equipment in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) at all times.
- Ensure the product meets the customer expectation and stated product specifications.
- Sets controls, fixes attachments and materials to prepare for operation.
- Performs basic problem solving and diagnosis of machine issues and escalates non-routine issues to maintenance team for resolution.
- Assists and contribute to Operational Excellence initiatives.
- Operate forklift to move pallets and product as required.

**Success Requirements**
- Forklift Licence
- Sound knowledge of, and demonstrated experience in, operating manufacturing machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong skills in problem solving and fault-finding activities to identify and resolve machine issues/breakdowns.
- Sound time management skills.
- Attention to detail to ensure the correct product specifications are achieved.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

**Why join us?**
- We offer a sign on bonus of an extra weeks pay for eligible new employees.
- Eligible employees will have the opportunity to be a part of the Brickworks Employee Share Plan.
- We invest in our employee’s development by offering on-going education and training, along with career progression opportunities.
- Product Discounts are provided for staff and family and friends of staff.
- We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace environment.
- We are committed to supporting families and we have a company parental leave scheme.
- We are proud to support and be associated with the Children’s Cancer Institute (CCI).
- We celebrate our employee’s success with a variety of awards, including Employee of the Year and Values Recognition Programs.
- We also offer a range of support programs via our EAP provider, available to all staff and their immediate family members.

**Who we are**

Under the Brickworks Building Products umbrella are some of the world’s best-known building material brands. Recognised globally as leading manufacturers of quality building products, our brands continue to build their reputation for delivering top quality. We lead through style and product innovation, creating materials for beautiful environments.
- With a broad product portfolio of manufacturing and sales facilities across Australia and North America, Brickworks Building Products is uniquely placed to service the demands of the building industry.
- Austral Masonry provides the workhorses of the construction industry with a collection of masonry blocks, pavers and retaining walls used in residential and commercial construction. By adding oxides and coloured sands to our mix of raw materials, we produce products with contemporary colours, textures and appeal.**How to Apply**

You will need to be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident to apply.