Machine Operator

CanRecruit; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Immediate start

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Davin Industries is seeking a Machine Operator at their Harewood site to operate press brake machinery and fabricate sheet metal components to specification. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to interpret technical drawings, take measurements, and a commitment to safe, high-quality output.

You will join a well-established sheet metal fabrication company known for its supportive, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Press Brake or similar manufacturing role.
• Experience setting up and/or operating machines.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings/take accurate measurements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable with a good work ethic.
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate press brake machinery safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and job specifications.
• Measure items with accuracy.
• Carry out quality checks on finished products.
• Work independently and within a team to meet production deadlines.
• Troubleshoot minor machine or production issues as required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Press Brake

Machine operation

Technical drawings

Measurement accuracy

Quality conscious

Problem solving

Job description

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Davin Industries has earned an enviable reputation as an industry leader in precision sheetmetal fabrication and contract batch manufacturing. Due to continued growth, they are currently looking for a Machine operator at their Harewood site

This is a great opportunity to work with a well-established sheet metal fabrication company and be part of a supportive and fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Shift Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 7:30am-3:40pm

Davin Industries has earned an enviable reputation as an industry leader in precision sheetmetal fabrication and contract batch manufacturing. Due to continued growth, they are currently looking for a Machine operator at their Harewood site

This is a great opportunity to work with a well-established sheet metal fabrication company and be part of a supportive and fast-paced manufacturing environment.

About the Role

You will be responsible for operating press brake machinery to fabricate sheet metal components to specification. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to interpret technical drawings, take measurments and a commitment to producing high-quality work safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate press brake machinery safely and efficiently
• Read and interpret technical drawings and job specifications
• Measure items with acccuracy
• Carry out quality checks on finished products
• Work independently and within a team to meet production deadlines
• Troubleshoot minor machine or production issues as required
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Press Brake or similar manufacturing role
• Experience setting up and or operating machines
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings/take accurate measurements
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Reliable with a good work ethic
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Strong problem-solving skills

What’s on offer?

• Competative rates, dependant on experience
• Additional Saturday hours available
• Harewood location - parking on site
• Long term opportunity
• Immediate start
• Ongoing training and development

If you’re looking for a stable role with a great team, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand at time of application to be considered for this role. Candidates not in New Zealand will not be considered. A Pre-Employment Drug Test may be required.

• Immediate start
• Competative rates
• Full time position