Our client is an established, vertically integrated manufacturing business producing high-quality, custom-engineered products for commercial and industrial applications. Operating from a modern production facility in Melbourne’s outer east, the business is known for its strong safety culture, investment in technology, and commitment to continuous improvement.
This is a business that values practical expertise, accountability, and people who take pride in doing things right the first time.
The Role
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Programming Lead & CNC Operator / Programmer is a hands-on role combining daily CNC machine operation with ownership of CNC programming standards across production.
You will play a key role in ensuring machining accuracy, production efficiency, and operator capability, while also contributing to process improvement and technical problem-solving.
Role Time Allocation
- 70% – CNC Machine Operation
- 30% – CNC Programming, optimisation, and operator support
- Set up and operate CNC machinery, including 3-axis (5-axis exposure highly regarded)
- Create, modify, and optimise CNC programs for complex and non-standard jobs
- Verify cutting lists and drawings against work orders prior to machining
- Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting, and on-the-job support to CNC operators
- Ensure CNC machines are operated safely and in line with daily production schedules
- Accurately complete and close production orders within the ERP system
- Assist with tooling availability, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Safe and compliant machine operation
- Consistent product quality and machining accuracy
- Reliability of CNC programs and reduction of rework
- Contribution to process improvement and operator capability
- Trade qualification in Joinery, Cabinet Making, Manufacturing, or equivalent hands-on experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience operating and programming CNC machinery
- Strong experience with 3-axis CNC machines (5-axis highly desirable)
- Ability to confidently read and interpret drawings, cutting lists, and work orders
- A practical, solutions-focused mindset with strong attention to detail
Please call Eugene Lane-Mullins on 0435 914 485 or email e.lane-mullins@aspectpersonnel.com.au to discuss this role or any other positions in more detail.
