2022 Roll Coater Operator / Machine Operator - TAFE Students preferred null

It is the vision of our Global R&PD business to have an inspired team delivering sustainable innovation to fuel Hardie's growth. As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading engineers and scientists, develop and pursue research, work with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities and be challenged to think differently about the way you work. Our business is fast-paced, and our people are smart in the way they solve problems, driven in their pursuit of results, and real in the way they build relationships and work together.

What is it like to work at James Hardie R&PD?

Our company culture is built on providing a foundation of "Zero Harm" and creating a positive impact in communities. We have a relentless focus on achievement, learning and continuous improvement and provide the opportunity for people who value clear vision and a diverse culture to build a long and rewarding career in innovation.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and determine necessary coater settings to achieve desired decorative surface finishes
• Safely set up and operate coater for required trials in conjunction with research scientists and engineers as per Safe Operating Procedures
• Observe machine operations to detect malfunctions and make necessary adjustments required to achieve desired surface finishes
• Complete cleaning and changing hygiene tasks as required for precision coatings application
• Plan and coordinate regularly scheduled maintenance of equipment
• Make recommendations and troubleshoot errors/malfunctions

About you

• Self-starter with a “can do” attitude
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience on operation of coating equipment such as roller coaters
• Preferred knowledge and experience in decorative coatings and application and curing of UV coatings
• At least 5 years' experience working in related industry (coatings, decorative finishing, furniture manufacturing, adhesives, etc desired)

The innovation team is made up of a fun, competitive group of passionate and talented people, mixed with movie buffs, weekend campers, artists, musicians, marathon runners and table tennis champions. We are a family here at James Hardie R&PD. If you are “Smart, Driven and Real” with the right level technical experience and passion for innovation, then there may be a place amongst our family with your name on it.

It is Possible with James Hardie™