Production Operators for hire in Mackay, Queensland

Find production operators who set up equipment, monitor production processes, and maintain quality standards to ensure efficient manufacturing operations. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Mackay, Queensland to make your hiring faster and simpler.

  • Ready to work now

    517

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Customer Service
    9%
    Communication Skills
    5%
    Management
    5%
  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training
    37%
    Bachelor's degree
    30%
    High school diploma or GED
    23%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    80%
    6-10 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • CBRE
    • ALDI
    • Orica Mining Services
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    Less than a year
    38%
    More than 5 years
    13%

Browse Indeed's database of 517 profiles for Production Operators in Mackay, Queensland

Last updated: 24 Oct 2026

Production Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Mackay, Queensland: $81,721 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $54,357 – $122,860 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Van Driver Parcel Delivery Services

    Walkerston, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardFull Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationConstruction Induction Card (White Card)CPR CertificationNDIS Worker Orientation Module

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganisational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipGroup WorkSolution Development
  • Operator

    Mackay, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardDriver LicenceConstruction Induction Card (White Card)Certificate III in AgricultureAgricultureForklift Licence

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAgricultureFarmingPower ToolsHand ToolsGroup Work
  • Skilled Trades Assistant Highlights

    Alexandra, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardIntermediate Rigging TicketFirst Aid CertificationManual Driver LicenceWork Safely at HeightsStandard 11+6 more

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsRisk ManagementWeldingChange ManagementRecord-KeepingSchedule Management
  • Dozer Operator

    Mackay, Queensland

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganisational SkillsCustomer ServiceMicrosoft OfficeProductivity Software
  • Terminal Manager

    Mackay, Queensland

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsMicrosoft PowerpointProject Team CoordinationSafe Work PracticesMicrosoft Word
  • Courier / Freight Operations

    Mackay, Queensland

    Skills

    Time ManagementCourierFreightOrganising MaterialsUnloadingLoading

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What's the average time to fill a production operator role?

The average time to fill a production operator role is 42 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do production operators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a production operator include: customer service, communication skills and management.

What licenses or certifications are common for production operators?

Common licenses or certifications for production operators include: White Card, Construction Induction Card (White Card) and Standard 11.

What are some job titles related to production operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to production operators include: operator, maintenance coordinator (contract) and estimator.

What level of education is common for a production operator?

Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for a production operator in Mackay, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a production operator?

Most production operators have 18 years of professional experience.

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