Production Operator - CNC and Sheet Metal

About the role

Consolidated Power Industries (CPI), the manufacturing team within Consolidated Power Projects (CPP), is looking for a practical, hands-on Production Operator in Adelaide. Working alongside electricians and the workshop team, you will help prepare the materials and components needed to manufacture control panels and switchrooms, so that electrical tradespeople can focus on panel wiring and assembly. The role combines CNC machine operation, AutoCAD, basic sheet metal fabrication and general workshop support.

Key responsibilities

• Operate CNC machinery and use AutoCAD to prepare and upload production files.
• Cut and bend sheet metal and prepare panel components.
• Support workshop operations through stock control, supplier collections and packaging for delivery.
• Maintain equipment and keep the workshop safe and organised.

Required profile

• Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Experience operating CNC machinery.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication and workshop equipment.
• A practical approach to problem solving, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, manage competing tasks and contribute to a team.
• Commitment to safety, quality and learning new equipment and processes.
• A forklift licence and formal AutoCAD training would be advantageous.

Required skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, including reading drawings and preparing files for CNC production.
• CNC machine operation.

What we offer

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews and an annual discretionary bonus.
• Study assistance and a focus on internal promotion.
• 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave and 6 weeks of paid secondary parental leave.
• Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave.
• Access to premium AI subscriptions.
• An employee referral program of up to $4,000 and a benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers.
• Employee Assistance Program covering physical, mental and financial wellbeing.