Machine Operator

Labourworks; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Ongoing training and development

Potential for permanent employment

Monthly team barbeques

Job summary

Our client in Hamilton, New Zealand, is seeking enthusiastic helpers for a modern corrugated packaging plant. You will operate production machinery, monitor quality, and remove defects to meet specifications. Regular machine checks and basic maintenance are part of the role.

The position runs Monday to Friday, 3.15 pm – 1.45 am, at $27.50 per hour plus 8% Holiday Pay, KiwiSaver, and onsite parking. Ongoing training and potential for permanent employment are offered.

Qualifications

• Mechanically minded with problem-solving ability.
• Reliable, physically fit, and committed to safe working practices.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Clear communication and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently to meet targets.
• Monitor quality and ensure boards meet specs.
• Remove defective products from the line.
• Carry out routine machine checks and basic maintenance.

Skills

Mechanically minded

Reliable

Physically fit

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

Our client is looking for a leading corrugated cardboard packaging manufacturer and is looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals to join their modern production plant. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established company that values its people and offers ongoing training and development.

Responsibilities:

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently to meet production targets.
• Monitor product quality and ensure finished boards meet required specifications.
• Remove defective products from the production line.
• Carry out routine machine checks and basic maintenance.

Pay Rate & Hours:

• Monday to Friday
• 3.15 pm – 1.45 am
• $27.50 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay + KiwiSaver + Onsite Car Parking

Skills & Experience:

• Mechanically minded, intelligent, and able to use initiative to identify and solve problems effectively.
• Reliable, physically fit, and committed to safe working practices.
• Strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn, follow instructions, and contribute to a productive workplace.

What's in it for you?

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Gain valuable hands‑on experience with a leading manufacturer.
• Potential for permanent employment for reliable, hardworking candidates.
• Monthly Team barbeques