Assembly Technician

OneStaff; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE Provided

Flexible start times

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking reliable Manufacturing & Assembly Workers to join a busy Levin-based team. The role is hands-on and ideal for someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work in a modern factory environment. The position is short-term, running for a couple of months with potential for ongoing work if workload continues.

Starts are flexible at 6am or 7am, Monday to Friday, with PPE provided. You will assist with manufacturing, use hand and power tools, perform quality checks, and help the

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, assembly, or labouring is beneficial.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Physically fit for hands-on production work.
• Reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions safely.
• Attention to detail and pride in quality work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with manufacturing and assembly of products.
• Use basic hand and power tools.
• Measure, prepare and handle materials.
• Follow production processes and instructions.
• Carry out quality checks to meet standards.
• Keep the work area clean, safe and organised.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily targets.
• General factory duties as required.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We're looking for reliable and hands-on Manufacturing & Assembly Workers to join a busy Levin-based manufacturing team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a practical mindset who enjoys working with their hands and wants to gain experience in a modern manufacturing environment. The role is expected to run for a couple of months, with the potential for ongoing work for the right person if workload continues.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assisting with the manufacturing and assembly of products
• Using basic hand and power tools
• Measuring, preparing and handling materials
• Following instructions and production processes
• Completing quality checks to ensure work meets the required standard
• Keeping the work area clean, organised and safe
• Working as part of a team to meet daily production targets
• General factory and production duties as required

What's On Offer:

• $28-$32 per hour, depending on experience
• Monday-Friday work
• Flexible start times: 6am or 7am starts available
• PPE and work gear provided
• Short-term work for approximately a couple of months
• Potential for further work if business demand continues
• Opportunity to gain valuable manufacturing and production experience

We're Looking For:

• Previous manufacturing, construction, assembly or labouring experience is beneficial
• Comfortable working with hand and power tools
• Physically fit and happy working in a hands-on environment
• Reliable and punctual
• Good attention to detail
• Able to follow instructions and work safely
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Someone who takes pride in producing quality work

We will only accept applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand with the appropriate work or residency visa.