Machine Operator

• Mon - Fri Shifts | ASAP Start | Weekly Pay Cycle
• Maintain Continuous Operation | Complete Quality Checks | Work in a Team
• Machine Operating Experience Preferred | Must be Physically Fit

About the Role

You'll operate and monitor production machinery, ensuring high-quality output while maintaining safety, efficiency and product standards. You'll be part of a manufacturing team focused on continuous improvement and delivering products to customers.

Duties Include:

• Set up, monitor and operate production machinery and associated equipment
• Ensure batch weights and machine settings meet job specifications
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments to maintain output and quality
• Complete quality checks and production documentation accurately
• Minimise scrap, downtime and waste where possible
• Identify and report machine faults, maintenance requirements or quality concerns
• Handle raw materials and finished products safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and organised work area, including completion of cleaning schedules
• Follow all health and safety procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Shifts & Pay:

• Morning shift 6:00am to 2:30pm OR Afternoon shift 2:20pm to 10:20pm
• Monday to Friday
• 40 hours per week
• $26.90 an hour
• Afternoon shift workers get an allowance of $24.01 per shift
• Overtime rates and other allowances available
• Overtime shifts and extra hours may occur

Skills & Experience:

• Previous machine operating experience within a manufacturing environment preferred
• Good numeracy, literacy and mechanical aptitude
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to monitor processes and troubleshoot minor issues
• Reliable transport to get to and from work
• Positive attitude with willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug test and have no criminal convictions
• Valid NZ work rights

Benefits:

• Full-time ongoing temp opportunity with the opportunity to go permanent for the right person
• Weekly pay
• Career development and upskilling opportunities
• Overtime opportunities available

About the Company

Our client is one of New Zealand's leading manufacturers of packaging and paper products, supplying customers nationwide from a modern production facility in Levin. With a strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement, they offer great opportunities for long-term career development.

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