Hands-On Plastics Production & Machinery Operator

Acron Plastics Ltd; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Acron Plastics Ltd – Wairau Valley, Auckland is seeking a reliable, mechanically minded Production & Machine Operator for a full-time role. The position focuses on vacuum-forming plastics, finishing and general factory tasks, with training provided for machinery and processes.

Immediate start; casual first 3 months with potential for permanency. Learns quickly, follows instructions accurately, and is willing to contribute within a small team; forklift experience is preferred but not

Qualifications

• Reliable, physically fit and mechanically minded.
• Experience with machinery, manufacturing, engineering or similar hands-on environment is preferred.
• Training will be provided; a forklift license is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Loading and handling plastic sheets, tools and finished products.
• Setting up tooling and materials
• Trimming, drilling and finishing plastic components
• Assisting with CNC production when required
• Regular manual handling and heavy lifting
• Cleaning machinery, tools and production areas
• Basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Packing finished products and general factory duties

Skills

Hands-on

Mechanically minded

Physically fit

Forklift license

Tools

CNC equipment

Vacuum-forming machinery

Hand tools

Job description

Acron Plastics Ltd – Wairau Valley, Auckland is seeking a reliable, mechanically minded Production & Machine Operator for a full-time role. The position focuses on vacuum-forming plastics, finishing and general factory tasks, with training provided for machinery and processes.

Immediate start; casual first 3 months with potential for permanency. Learns quickly, follows instructions accurately, and is willing to contribute within a small team; forklift experience is preferred but not