Food Production Machine Operators - Night Shift

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking Food Production Machine Operators for night shifts at Mt Wellington. Earn NZD 27.01 per hour on a 6pm-6am 2-2-3 roster. Join a great team and contribute to GMP manufacturing outcomes.

You’ll operate production machinery, perform quality checks, and assist with loading if you hold a forklift licence. This role requires 12-hour nights, physical fitness, and reliable teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP food manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Able to work 12-hour night shifts.
• Able to lift up to 25 kg and remain on your feet for long periods.
• Based in New Zealand with right to work.
• Committed to quality checks and production accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate food production machinery and lines.
• Work in a fast-paced production area.
• Perform heavy lifting during 12-hour shifts.
• Complete administration and quality checks as required.
• Assist with loading/moving product if forklift licence is held.

Skills

GMP experience

Physical stamina

Forklift licence

Team player

Reliability

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.

Food Production Machine Operators - Night Shift

Food Production Machine Operators - Night Shift

Night Shift Machine Operators wanted in Mt Wellington! 6pm-6am, 2-2-3 roster, $27.01/hr. Great team and opportunities!

Our client is looking for new Food Production Machine Operators to join their great Mount Wellington production team. If you have experience in a GMP food manufacturing environment and are comfortable working 12-hour night shifts, this could be the role for you. In this role you'll be:

• Operating food manufacturing machinery and production lines
• Working in a fast-paced production environment
• Heavy lifting and being on your feet throughout a 12-hour shift
• Completing administration and quality checks as required
• If you have a forklift licence, you may also assist with loading and moving product

Shift & Pay

• Night Shift: 6:00pm – 6:00am
• $27.01 per hour
• 2-2-3 rotating roster across a two-week cycle (Week 1: Mon Tues Fri Sat Sun working, Week 2: Wed Thurs working).
• Every second weekend working, but the other is a 3 day weekend off!

What we're looking for:

• Previous food production or manufacturing experience is preferred
• Experience working within a GMP environment is a big advantage
• Physically fit, comfortable being on your feet for 12-hour shifts and able to safely lift up to 25kg
• Reliable, hardworking and a great team player
• An OSH forklift licence is a bonus, but not essential

Please note, applicants must be currently based in New Zealand with current eligibility to work in New Zealand and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal history check. We look forward to hearing from you!