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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Manufacturing
Business
Iplex Australia
Location
QLD - Cairns & Far North
Job Reference
43273
Posted Date
26-Jun-2026
Closing Date
24-Jul-2026

Description

  • A great way to step foot into a permanent position with ongoing development
  • Work with very supportive Operations Manager and Teams Leaders
  • Safety First environment – All PPE gear provided to ensure your safety
More about our Production Operator Vacancy 

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? At NIBF Innisfail, we are proud of the strong, supportive team we’ve built and the high-quality products we deliver every day. In this role, you will be at the heart of our operations, working with a range of tooling and processes to produce reliable, high-quality products that meet our standards. Safety is at the core of everything we do, and you’ll play an important part in maintaining a safe, efficient, and high-performing workplace. 

Beyond the day-to-day, NIBF offers the opportunity to be part of a business that genuinely invests in its people — from career development and progression pathways to meaningful partnerships like our work with The Smith Family and our commitment to Reconciliation as part of Iplex’s RAP journey.

Why Work at NIBF? 
  • Be part of a forward-thinking company that values creativity and excellence.
  • Career Growth Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • Hourly wage, + Foundry Allowance - weekly pay!
  • Partnered with The Smith Family supporting Youth Education
  • NIBF part of Iplex are proudly at the Innovate stage of the RAP
  • Paid parental leave for Primary & Secondary Carers
  • Extra new parent leave + additional perks for families! 
  • Access to free EAP Session, Health Rewards & Discounts, Mental health First Aiders on Site 
  • Work close to home and enjoy consecutive days off in a row
Your Ideal Skills
  • Background in trade, construction, process/manufacturing, foundry work or in a labour intensive environment
  • Exceptional time management, attention to detail, mechanical aptitude highly regarded
  • Great learning agility and enjoys being taught new skills
  • You have a 100% commitment to health & safety and can follow all safety regulations
  • You can communicate with a diverse range of teammates
  • Ability to work in hot temperatures and handle a rotating day/night roster.
  • Must pass a police check, medical and drug & alcohol test.

We are Proudly an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from people of all diverse backgrounds and identities, including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities & LBGTQIA+ People