About the organisation

Our client is a well-known and highly regarded organisation within the manufacturing industry, with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and innovation. As a trusted client of ours, they are recognised for valuing their people, providing stable employment, and offering genuine opportunities for growth and development. You'll be joining a supportive team environment where your contribution is recognised and career progression is encouraged.

About the role.

We are currently seeking a motivated Production Operator to join a well-established manufacturing client in Bundaberg. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step away from traditional Monday-Friday work and into a role that offers work-life balance, structured shifts, and long-term career development within a supportive team environment.

You'll be part of a business that values its employees, promotes safe working practices, and encourages continuous improvement on the production floor.

If you're a "can-do" individual looking for a fresh start or to build a career in manufacturing, this is the opportunity for you.

Your benefits.

• Work-Life Balance That Actually Works - Enjoy a structured 3-week rotating roster with built-in days off, giving you more time to recharge, spend with family, or pursue your interests
• Consistent Overtime Built In - Approximately 10 hours of overtime included in each roster cycle, boosting your overall earnings
• Stable, Full-Time Employment - Join a well-established and highly regarded organisation offering long-term job security
• Career Growth Opportunities - Genuine pathways to upskill and progress within the business
• Supportive Team Environment - Work alongside experienced operators in a collaborative and safety-focused workplace
• Modern Facilities & Equipment - Exposure to automated systems, HMI technology, and structured production processes
• Training & Development - Ongoing on-the-job training with a company that invests in its people
• Safety-First Culture - Strong commitment to workplace health and safety, ensuring you go home safe every day
• Variety in Your Role - Hands-on work across machine operation, quality, and process improvement-no two days feel the same
• Entry into a Growing Industry - Ideal opportunity to build a long-term career in manufacturing, even if you're transitioning from another field

Your key responsibilities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and monitoring production machinery safely and efficiently to meet daily output targets, while assisting with machine setups, changeovers, shutdowns, and cleaning processes. You will use HMI systems to control, monitor, and adjust production operations, ensuring all tasks are carried out in line with Workplace Health & Safety standards.

The role also involves conducting in-process and final quality inspections, reporting any incidents, hazards, near misses, or non-conformances promptly, and contributing to Continuous Improvement (CI), Lean, and 5S initiatives. Where licensed, you will operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, while maintaining accurate production records, ensuring material traceability, and upholding high housekeeping standards across the work area.

About you.

• Previous experience in manufacturing or production environments is desirable (other backgrounds considered)
• Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Reliable team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Physically fit and comfortable in a hands-on role
• Basic computer literacy and confidence using systems/HMI screens
• Forklift licence highly regarded (but not essential)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality
• Ability to follow procedures and make sound decisions under pressure
• Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability

Start your application.

If this job sounds like a great opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by sending your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.


About us.

At Drake International Australia, your skills and aspirations deserve the best platform to shine. We are a leading recruitment agency with over 70 years of experience and a network of offices across Australia. We have helped thousands find their next career move by connecting talented individuals with exceptional opportunities across key industries. New beginnings start here... at Drake Australia.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.