Metal Fitter/Machinist

Our valued client Giofrelle Nominees Pty Ltd atf D & MA & R & P Giofrelle Family Trust No 1 Trading as Happy Valley Fruits based in Robinvale Victoria is seeking qualified and experienced Metal Fitter/Machinist to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. The role includes but is not limited to: Sets up and operates machine tools to shape and form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances, using detailed drawings and specifications. Studying drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings To operate all equipment ensuring that machinery is kept running to maximum efficiency and that all documentation is completed as required. Fits, assembles, grinds and shapes metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment Fitting fabricated metal parts into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to produce machines and equipment Checking fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments Setting guides, stops and other controls on machining tools, setting up prescribed cutting and shaping tools and dies in machines and presses, and setting controls for textile machines Forming metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal Cutting, threading, bending and installing hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines Preparing pattern mechanisms to control the operation of textile machines used to spin, weave, knit, sew and tuft fabric Diagnosing faults and performing operational maintenance of machines, and overhauling and repairing mechanical parts and fluid power equipment May erect machines and equipment on-site Desirable traits and skills that will highly be regarded: Trade Qualifications and +5 years relevant experience Excellent level of experience in CNC Machine operation including profile cutting and drilling Knowledge and ability to read engineering drawings Able to work productively, largely unsupervised Willing to operate new equipment Excellent problem solving and reasoning abilities Reliable, self-motivated with a great work ethic A self-starter, with an ability to take direction Excellent problem solver and reasoning abilities Operate forklift (desired but not essential) A strong team player Strong communication skills Great work ethics If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered for this position, please apply now! Salary: Between $79,499 and $82,000 per annum + Super