Operations Assistant

THE ROLE

Established in 2005, The Signal Group is proudly recognised as one of Australia’s largest staff identification and branded merchandise providers. With local manufacturing and global sourcing capabilities, our established network of companies control a vertically-integrated supply chain, from design and manufacture through to warehousing and supply. If you can picture it in your mind then we can create or source the right solution.

We are seeking a practical, organised Operations Assistant to support the Operations Manager with the day-to-day coordination of our manufacturing facility. You’ll help keep production, quality control, inventory and dispatch on schedule while promoting safe work practices and continuous improvement across the factory and warehouse.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities against production plans and customer deadlines.
• Use Cin7 and other systems to monitor orders, priorities, records and dispatch requirements.
• Track output, identify bottlenecks and help resolve operational issues.
• Coordinate with dispatch to support on-time shipping.
• Check stock levels and recommend inventory adjustments.
• Help ensure components, finished goods and dispatch meet quality standards.
• Support procedures, onboarding, training and task allocation.
• Confirm production rosters against actual and forecast orders.
• Work with sales and other teams to clarify requirements and maintain order visibility.

ABOUT YOU

• Experience in manufacturing, production or warehousing.
• Exposure to coordinating workflows or supervising team members.
• Strong planning, organisation and communication skills.
• Practical problem-solving ability and a hands-on approach.
• Confidence managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with inventory or order-management systems.
• Manufacturing, fabrication or engineering experience or qualifications—desirable.
• Knowledge of print and sublimation processes, particularly Mimaki and Epson printers—desirable.

If this sounds like you, please apply now. We look forward to hearing from you.