Production Operator - Pressline

D & R Henderson Pty Ltd is a well-respected Australian manufacturing company operating in the timber & particleboard industry for over 50 years, producing a quality and environmentally certified product for the Australian domestic and export markets.  Progressive and innovative, we're a growing company, committed to providing a safe workplace and to the on-going development of our people. 

Based in Benalla, North East Victoria we are seeking Production Operators for our Particleboard manufacturing division. 

What we offer: 

• 5 Weeks Annual Leave per year
• Every second weekend is a long weekend off
• Overtime Available
• Training, skills and experience along with genuine career progression 
• Work in a small team of skilled operators
• Access to Employee Assistance Program including wellbeing support. 

Reporting directly to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for pressing operations required to manufacture particleboard in a timely and efficient manner, in accordance with company schedules & quality specifications. 

Desirably the successful applicant will have:

• Ability to work rotating 24 / 7 shifts (overtime if required)
• Car Licence / Forklift Licence 
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to operate large mechanical equipment & mechanical aptitude
• Ability to perform physical labour tasks, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing
• Ability to perform quality control inspections against product standards
• Ability to work at heights & confined spaces
• Understanding of Safe Work Practices / OH&S legislation
• Well-developed communication skills, written & verbal, numeracy skills and basic computer knowledge

We’re looking for our future leaders; people who can show initiative and achieve the high quality standards which make us a leader in our Industry. So if you’re a motivated team player with ambition, please contact us. 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Short-listed applicants should be prepared to undertake a full pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol screening.