Factory Foreman - Machine Operator

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Factory Foreman - Machine Operator | Metroll Lismore Lead the Team. Drive Production. Deliver Quality. Metroll is one of Australia's leading manufacturers and suppliers of steel building products, servicing residential, commercial, industrial, and rural markets across Australia. We are looking for an experienced Factory Foreman - Machine Operator to join our Lismore team. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing daily factory operations while operating production machinery and ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely manufacture of quality products. This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:40 PM. If you're an experienced manufacturing professional who enjoys leading from the front and motivating a team to achieve operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role As the Factory Foreman - Machine Operator, you will be responsible for coordinating daily production activities, supervising factory staff, and ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met. Working closely with the Branch Manager, you'll play a key role in maintaining an efficient manufacturing operation while supporting and developing your team. Key Responsibilities Supervise the day-to-day operations of the factory floor Lead, coach, and support the production team to achieve daily production targets Operate roll-forming and manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently Coordinate workflow and allocate resources to maximise productivity Ensure products meet Metroll's quality standards and customer requirements Promote and maintain a strong safety-first culture Monitor machine performance and assist with troubleshooting and basic maintenance Support the onboarding and training of new employees Work closely with the Branch Manager to improve productivity and operational performance Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work environment About You Previous experience in a Foreman, Leading Hand, Team Leader, or supervisory role within manufacturing Strong experience operating production machinery in a manufacturing environment Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a production team Strong understanding of workplace safety and quality systems Excellent communication and organisational skills Mechanical aptitude with strong problem-solving abilities Reliable, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment Forklift licence is advantageous but not essential Why Join Metroll? Join a leading Australian manufacturer with a strong reputation in the building products industry Stable, full-time position with consistent Monday to Friday hours (8:30 AM - 4:40 PM) Supportive and collaborative team environment Ongoing training and career development opportunities Opportunity to lead a skilled production team and make a real impact on daily operations If you're ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career and lead a high-performing production team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join the Metroll Lismore team.

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