Machine operator /All rounder - Multiple shifts

CanRecruit; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunity

Multiple shift options available

Competitive pay based on experience

Training across a variety of machinery

Develop CNC and machine operating技能

Variety in day-to-day work

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Davin Industries in Christchurch, NZ, is seeking reliable Machine Operators to join our busy manufacturing team. You’ll work across different areas, operating and learning multiple machines, including CNC processes, to keep production running smoothly.

We value hands-on learners with mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and safety-minded approach. Training across a variety of machinery is provided, with day, afternoon and night shifts available.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience.
• CNC experience is highly desirable (TRUMPF machinery advantageous).
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in machinery.
• Comfortable learning and operating different machines.
• Good attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Physically capable for hands-on work.

Responsibilities

• Operate and learn to operate a range of manufacturing machinery.
• Assist with CNC machinery and production processes.
• Monitor machine operation.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure product specifications.
• Complete manual production and factory tasks as required.
• Use hand and power tools as needed.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe work area.
• Support the wider production team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Machine operating

CNC experience

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety-focused

Hands-on

Tools

TRUMPF machinery

CNC machinery

Job description

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Machine operator /All rounder - Multiple shifts

Davin Industries has earned an enviable reputation as an industry leader in precision sheetmetal fabrication and contract batch manufacturing.

They are looking for reliable and hands-on Machine Operators interested in variety to join their busy manufacturing team. This is a great opportunity for someone with machine operating, CNC or manufacturing experience who enjoys variety and is keen to learn and operate multiple machines. You'll work across different areas of the factory, combining machine operation with hands-on manual tasks to help keep production running smoothly.

About the Role

• Operate and learn to operate a range of manufacturing machinery
• Assist with CNC machinery and production processes
• Monitor machine operation
• Carry out quality checks and ensure products meet specifications
• Complete manual production and factory tasks as required
• Use hand and power tools at times
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe work area
• Support the wider production team to meet deadlines and targets

What we're looking for

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience
• CNC experience is highly desirable (experience with TRUMPF machinery is advantageous)
• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in machinery
• Comfortable learning and operating different machines
• Good attention to detail
• Physically capable and comfortable with hands-on work
• Reliable, hardworking and safety-focused
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Multiple shifts available

• Day Shift 7:30-3:40
• Afternoon Shift 3:40-11:45
• Night Shift Midnight-8am (approx)

Shift times and allowances will vary depending on the position.

What's on offer?

• Long-term opportunity with a reputable manufacturing business
• Multiple shift options available
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Training across a variety of machinery
• Opportunity to develop your CNC and machine operating skills
• Variety in your day-to-day work
• Supportive team environment

Please note candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand at the 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.