Glass Machine Operator

Recruitnz; Waikato; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in New Zealand is seeking experienced Glazing/Glass Machine Operators to join a high-performing team in Waikato. The successful candidate will operate and program various glass production machinery, ensuring quality and efficiency. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of $29.66 - $35.00 per hour. Candidates must have at least 3 years of relevant experience and an excellent technical skill set. Join an innovative company committed to quality and customer service.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years relevant work experience in a similar role.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Have clean police report with no charges pending.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating a range of glass production machinery.
• Inspecting the quality and making necessary changes to machine parameters.
• Programming glass machines and using manual equipment when necessary.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent technical skills

Ability to lift heavy items

Great time management

Tools

Intermac cutting equipment

Water jet and CNC software

I-CAM software

Job description

Overview

Join a high performing glazing/machine operation team with the latest in processing technology.

Location: Cambridge, Waikato

Type: Full time/Permanent

Pay range: $29.66 - $35.00

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: Guaranteed at least 30 hours

The Company

Our client is a leading wholesale glass distribution and processing company in New Zealand, serving various industries for over 30 years. Starting as a small retail business in 1986, it has grown into a multifaceted company with a wide range of products. With a focus on quality, the company is driven by an innovative team dedicated to providing a world-class customer experience. In 2019, they opened a state-of-the-art factory, featuring the latest glass processing equipment and lean manufacturing principles. We are seeking experienced Glazing/Glass Machine Operators to join our team in Waikato.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting and operating a range of glass production machinery
• Inspecting the quality and making necessary changes to machine parameters
• Programming glass machines and using manual equipment when necessary
• Accurate measuring and marking glass using precision instruments and supplied templates
• Cutting glass according to specifications using water jet/ CNC and I-CAM software
• Installing glass to frames
• Operation of suction lifter

Machineries

Glass cutting machinery

• Programming and running Intermac cutting equipment

Insulated Glass Unit machinery

• Automated Forel IGU line with robotic edge sealing and tape application
• Manual Bassra IGU line

Glass tempering machinery

• Operation of RC200 semi-convection furnace.

Glass processing machinery – Intermac

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• At least 3 years relevant work experience in a similar role
• Strong attention to detail with excellent technical skills
• Must be able to lift heavy items
• Ability to work independently with great time management
• Desire to grow within the company
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
• Have clean police report with no charges pending

To Apply

Recruit NZ, part of People Inc specialises in recruitment for small to medium local NZ businesses and has been New Zealand\'s premier recruitment agency since 2008. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV, a cover letter, and highlight your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining the team.