Factory Hand

AWF Group; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PPE provided

Full training

Supportive team

Job summary

AWF Group in Whangarei seeks a Manufacturing Hand for our Frames & Trusses Plant. You will measure and cut timber, set up frames in jigs, and operate nail guns after training, contributing to safe, efficient production.

We value reliability, basic tool experience, and a willingness to learn. Shifts available day 5:00am–5:00pm and night 5:00pm–4:00am; training provided; PPE supplied; weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Basic experience in manufacturing, production, construction, or similar hands-on environment is beneficial but not essential.
• Good attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Physically fit and able to perform repetitive manual handling.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Measure and cut timber to required lengths.
• Set up timber in jigs for frame and truss assembly.
• Operate nail guns once trained and authorised.
• Move timber, frames, and trusses throughout the production area.
• Assist with general manufacturing and production duties.
• Keep work areas clean through sweeping and housekeeping.
• Clean machinery and maintain a tidy work environment.
• Work with experienced team members who provide on-the-job training.
• Follow SOPs and workplace processes.
• Adhere to Health & Safety requirements and safe manual handling practices.

Skills

Measuring & cutting timber

Hand & power tool use

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Nail guns

Job description

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Join a leading Frames & Trusses manufacturing plant and become part of a hardworking team producing quality building products for the construction industry. We are looking for reliable Manufacturing Hands with a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and a willingness to learn. Previous manufacturing, production, building, or tool-handling experience is advantageous, but attitude and reliability are just as important.

Manufacturing Hand - Frames & Trusses Plant

• Day Shift: 5:00am - 5:00pm
• Night Shift: 5:00pm - 4:00am

Candidates must be flexible and willing to work on either shift as required.

Opening

Join a leading Frames & Trusses manufacturing plant and become part of a hardworking team producing quality building products for the construction industry. We are looking for reliable Manufacturing Hands with a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and a willingness to learn. Previous manufacturing, production, building, or tool-handling experience is advantageous, but attitude and reliability are just as important.

Roles Available

Manufacturing Hand - Frames & Trusses Plant

Shifts available:

• Day Shift: 5:00am - 5:00pm
• Night Shift: 5:00pm - 4:00am

Candidates must be flexible and willing to work on either shift as required.

What You'll Be Doing

• Measuring and cutting timber to required lengths
• Setting up timber in jigs for frame and truss assembly
• Operating nail guns once trained and authorised
• Moving timber, frames, and trusses throughout the production area
• Assisting with general manufacturing and production duties
• Keeping work areas clean through sweeping and housekeeping activities
• Cleaning machinery and maintaining a tidy work environment
• Working alongside experienced team members who will provide on-the-job training
• Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and workplace processes
• Adhering to all Health & Safety requirements and safe manual handling practices
• Wearing and maintaining all required PPE

What You Need

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, construction, building, or a similar hands-on environment is beneficial but not essential
• Basic experience using hand and power tools
• Good attention to detail and a willingness to learn
• Physically fit and capable of repetitive manual handling
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Reliable transport and excellent attendance
• Flexibility to work either day or night shift

What's in It for You

• Ongoing work with a well-established manufacturing business
• Full training and support provided
• Opportunity to develop specialist frames and trusses manufacturing skills
• Supportive team environment
• Weekly pay
• PPE provided

Compliance Notes

• Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand.
• As per our standard procedures, all candidates must pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol screening test.
• Ministry of Justice criminal background checks are part of our standard process, please speak to our team if you need to discuss your application process further.