Machine Operator

Alignz Recruitment; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking a Machine Operator to safely and efficiently run extrusion equipment, meet production targets and quality standards, and ensure documentation is accurate. You will perform start-ups, shutdowns and changeovers, manage pack-off and scrap, troubleshoot issues, maintain a clean and safe workspace, and contribute to a high-performance manufacturing team.

Experience reading work instructions and performing basic calculations is preferred; lifting up to 25 kg and shift work

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and able to work designated shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operating extrusion machinery and completing end-of-line quality checks.
• Carrying out machine start-ups, shutdowns and changeovers.
• Managing product pack-off and scrap effectively.
• Troubleshooting production and process issues.
• Completing production documentation and reporting process variances.
• Identifying and managing out-of-specification products.
• Carrying out quality checks and approved machine adjustments.
• Performing basic machine and line maintenance.
• Reporting machine faults and downtime accurately and promptly.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe work environment.

Skills

Reliability

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Reading instructions

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.

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of extrusion equipment, ensuring production targets and quality standards are consistently met.

Key responsibilities

• Operating extrusion machinery and completing end-of-line quality checks
• Correctly carrying out machine start-ups, shutdowns and changeovers
• Managing product pack-off and scrap effectively
• Troubleshooting production and process issues
• Completing production documentation and reporting process variances
• Identifying and managing out-of-specification products
• Carrying out quality checks and approved machine adjustments
• Performing basic machine and line maintenance
• Reporting machine faults and downtime accurately and promptly
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe work environment

About you

• Reliable, punctual and able to work designated shifts
• Safety-conscious and committed to following procedures and PPE requirements
• A good problem solver with a practical approach
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• A clear and confident communicator
• A strong team player with a positive attitude
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality
• Comfortable reading work instructions and completing basic calculations and production documentation
• Physically capable of lifting up to 25kg and standing for extended periods
• Manufacturing experience is advantageous, particularly experience working in a production or shift-based environment

About us

Our client is a leading manufacturer and supplier of plastic pipeline systems throughout New Zealand, producing products used across water supply, sewerage, plumbing, gas, stormwater, irrigation, telecommunications, electrical, mining and industrial applications.