Toolmaker

Department: Factory

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 plus super 

Benefits:

  • Skills training at the company's expense
  • Semi-annual KPI appraisal
  • Performace-based commission and salary bonus

Award Classification: Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award 2010 [MA000010]

Award Category:  C8 - Engineering/manufacturing tradesperson -special class level I

ANZCO Code: 323412

Work Eligibility: Able to work in Australia with no restriction


Purpose of the position:

  • Press tool manufacturing experience
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings
  • Safety focused
  • Great attitude and willingness to learn


Qualifications:

  • AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV

 

 Experience:

  • Minimum of 1-year experience in automation or manufacturing industry preferred but not essential.
  • Strong experience in workshop machine operations (Manual or CNC)
  • Previous experience with welding and cutting machine operation is highly beneficial

 

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Machine assembly, testing, commissioning and installation

  • Ensure tools and parts meet engineering requirements, specifications and tolerances for dimension, shape, contour, location and coordination.
  • Sets up and operates any machine tools as required in the fabrication of tooling to accomplish work assignments or operations.
  • Study blueprints, drawings or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of the operations required.
  • Perform regular checks on equipment and maintain them in good condition
  • Studying drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of articles to be manufactured and models to be constructed
  • Measuring and marking out metal stock and castings using various gauges
  • Shaping metal and wood stock using machine tools
  • Checking accuracy of manufactured articles and finished patterns to fine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments
  • Testing and modifying manufactured articles
  • Applying protective finishes to patterns and painting pattern sections to indicate method of assembly
  • Assembling pattern sections and shaping work pieces to specified finish
  • Pouring and spreading materials into moulds and over models of patterns, and building laminations of fibreglass cloth and plastic resin to fabricate patterns
  • Repairing broken and damaged patterns and correcting patterns to compensate for defects in casting
  • Constructing templates for layout and inspection


PERSONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

  • Proven ability to work independently and with others in a vibrant, team-orientated environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience, with the ability to accurately and effectively convey information to clients at all levels
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and build relationships cross-culturally and at all levels, and rapidly establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders
  • Self-motivated with a proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritise workloads with competing demands
  • Strong work ethic with prioritisation, time-management and deadline achievement skills
  • Willingness and ability to adapt to a constantly changing work environment including technological changes
  • Be able to work with minimal supervision.

  

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

  • A current Australian Driver’s License
  • Forklift or EWP licence
  • Confined Space ticket advantageous
  • First Aid Certificate

 

HOW TO APPLY?

  • Submit cover letter, current resume, and a 1-minute video detailing why we should consider your job application to info@mexx.com.au
  • Shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly