Glass Processor

2 days ago


Smithfield, South Australia FMI Building Innovation Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Full-Time | Permanent | Day Shift | Immediate start
Smithfield, NSW | On-site Parking | Industry Leader

FMI Building Innovation (NSW Glass Division) is a leading manufacturer of high-performance glass products for the window industry. Our Smithfield site is growing, and we're on the lookout for experienced Glass Processors to join our fast-paced production team.

If you have proven skills in bulk glass handling, glass cutting, toughening furnace operations, double glazing manufacture or glass industry related dispatch, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Glass Processor, you will be responsible for processing glass to specification across one or more of the following areas:

Key Responsibilities.

We are filling a variety of roles across the following departments.

  • Bulk glass handling (incl. container unloading and crane operation)
  • Glass cutting (auto float and laminated cutting lines)
  • Auto arrissing line and buffer management
  • Toughening Furnace operation
  • Double Glazing production:
    • Spacer bending, desiccant filling, primary seal application.
    • Spacer application, quality checks, and defect identification
    • Secondary seal application (robotically or manually as required)
  • Finished goods preparation and truck loading.
  • Maintaining strict safety and quality standards
  • Interpreting work orders, labels and production lists as required.

About You

This is not a trainee role — we are seeking candidates with proven experience in glass processing or a related manufacturing environment.

Essential:

  • Worked in a manufacturing environment.
  • Physically fit – ability to lift (up to 20kg) and be on feet for extended periods.
  • Comfortable working with production machinery and tools
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work to specification and instruction.
  • Reliable, punctual, and committed to quality and safety

Desirable:

  • Previous experience in glass processing: cutting, furnace, bulk glass handling, double glazing… or related manufacturing environment.
  • Have worked with lifting equipment.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Forklift licence (not essential)

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Secure, full-time employment with consistent hours
  • Supportive and safety-focused team culture
  • Structured onboarding and site-specific training
  • On-site parking and modern facilities

Safety First

You'll be required to comply with all PPE and safety requirements:

  • Minimum requirement: steel-capped boots, long pants and high vis top
  • Task specific PPE as required (gloves, gauntlets, glasses and ear plugs)

Manual handling and task-specific safety training provided in line with WHS standards.

Apply Now

Take the next step in your trade career with a company that values quality, safety, and innovation.

You must currently reside in Australia and have valid work rights to apply.



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