Lathe Operator - Northland Mill, Kaitaia

Juken New Zealand Ltd (JNL) is an international forest and wood products company operating in local and global timber markets. JNL owns three wood processing plants in the North Island, and forests in the Wairarapa and East Coast regions. We work closely with our parent company in Japan – WoodOne.

The two mills situated in Kaitaia are currently working a 5½ day / 24 hr operation processing Radiata Pine into reconstituted wood panels and peeled, dried veneer.

An opportunity has now become available for a motivated individual to join the business in the position of Lathe Operator based at our Northland Mill located in Kaitaia. This is a full-time permanent position working 40 hours per week. You will be required to work shift work.

Key Responsibilities include: *Health & Safety – Understand and portray a positive example *Machine operation – After training, operate machine in a safe and effective manner to ensure optimal quality product *Recording any hazards that may arise *Reporting any downtime, damage or injury to either yourself or others

The ideal candidate will have: *A willingness to learn *A willingness to work and provide references to as much *A good attendance record and provide references to as much *A mechanical aptitude would be a benefit *Reliable transportation

What’s in it for you: *A friendly and supportive team environment *A competitive salary in line with your experience and qualifications *Excellent training and career opportunities *Generous Company Superannuation Scheme *Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance and Life Insurance *EAP Support Services *Free annual flu vaccinations, medical and hearing tests.

Apart from experiencing the numerous stunning beaches, excellent fishing, walking tracks and wonderful hidden treasures of the Far North, we also offer a friendly work environment with lots of variety and challenges.

All successful applicants will be required to under go a pre-employment medical check including, hearing, lung function and drug test.

If you want to work in a down to earth, hardworking team environment, focused on continuous improvement and sustainability please apply today.

For more information on our business please visit http://www.jnl.co.nz. A full PD is available on request.

Closing Date: 9th June, 2024 We will be interviewing prior to the closing date.