Experienced Packaging Line Operator – Can & Bottling Automation

Brewers Guild; Wānaka; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

b.effect in Wānaka, Otago is seeking an Experienced Machine Operator to lead our canning and packaging line. You will drive operation, setup, changes and maintenance as we automate more of the line, with a focus on reliability and quality.

The role offers a path toward a packaging and automation specialist position and long-term growth in a vibrant brewery environment. We welcome candidates with machine operating experience from food, beverage, packaging or manufacturing, even if brewery

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience operating production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate can filler/seamer and associated packaging equipment.
• Set up, start, operate and shut down machinery.
• Complete product changeovers and machine adjustments.
• Monitor machinery and keep the line running efficiently.
• Troubleshoot faults, breakdowns and stoppages.
• Conduct routine maintenance, cleaning, lubrication and basic mechanical repairs.
• Identify recurring faults and opportunities to improve performance.
• Monitor fills, seams, carbonation and finished product quality.
• Manage production runs, records and associated inventory movements.
• Follow Quality, Food Safety and Health & Safety programmes.
• Assist with installation, commissioning and optimisation of new machinery.

Job description

b.effect in Wānaka, Otago is seeking an Experienced Machine Operator to lead our canning and packaging line. You will drive operation, setup, changes and maintenance as we automate more of the line, with a focus on reliability and quality.

The role offers a path toward a packaging and automation specialist position and long-term growth in a vibrant brewery environment. We welcome candidates with machine operating experience from food, beverage, packaging or manufacturing, even if brewery