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Jobs Listing Branding
Location Horowhenua, Manawatu / Whanganui
Listed Fri 22 May, 12:08 pm
Type Full time, Contract/Temp
Reference 8515
Join a fast-paced production team within a global cardboard manufacturing business based in Levin.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with factory experience who enjoys variety, can confidently operate machinery, and is looking to build a long-term career with a well-established company.

This role combines production support, tooling coordination, and hands-on workshop duties, making it ideal for someone practical, physically fit, and comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

Why You’ll Love This Role
  • Permanent opportunities for reliable, high-performing team members
  • Time and a half after 8 hours + regular overtime available
  • Weekly pay + full PPE provided
  • Work with a global industry leader offering long-term stability

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Making and delivering inks to the converting machines
  • Managing die and stereo (tooling) deliveries and collections across the production floor
  • Carrying out repairs and alterations to dies and stereos using power tools
  • Rotating into the handwork area during downtime to assist with gluing and sorting product
  • Operating and monitoring production machinery as required
  • Supporting general production and maintaining housekeeping standards
  • Working closely with the team to meet daily production targets

What You’ll Bring
  • Strong numerical skills and attention to detail, as all tooling and inks use 6-digit numerical codes
  • Computer literacy and confidence using online task systems
  • Physically fit and capable of repetitive lifting (20kg+)
  • Comfortable using power tools and completing hands-on repair work
  • Reliable, safety-focused, and willing to learn
  • Forklift licence highly desirable
  • Able to pass a drug test and Ministry of Justice check

Shifts Available
  • Morning: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Afternoon: 2:20 PM – 10:20 PM
  • Monday to Friday, with overtime and weekend work available

About the Company

Our client is a globally recognised leader in sustainable packaging, with a long history of innovation and a strong focus on safety, quality, and developing their people.

Apply Now

Submit your CV via APPLY NOW to be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

For enquiries, contact OneStaff Palmerston North on 06 353 8002 or 0800 178 233.

Applicants must be based in New Zealand with valid work rights.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
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