Machine Operator (Iplex, Palmerston North)

Iplex NZ; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading parental leave scheme

Discounts across a range of businesses

Free onsite parking

Onsite café

Employee Education Fund

Employee Welfare Fund

Participation in share scheme

Job summary

Iplex NZ is seeking reliable and physically fit individuals for machine operation roles. Responsibilities include conducting start-ups, shutdowns, and ensuring proper maintenance of equipment. The successful candidate will showcase mechanical skills and a commitment to health and safety.

The position offers a 4 days on, 4 days off shift schedule. Employees enjoy a range of benefits including parental leave, discounts, free parking, and access to an Employee Education Fund.

Qualifications

• Physically fit as you may be moving loads up to 25kg.
• Good problem solver and effective communicator.
• Reliable and punctual; able to work designated shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out correct pack off processes.
• Ensure all start-ups, shutdowns and change overs are carried out correctly.
• Manage and control scrap effectively.
• Conduct process troubleshooting and corrective actions.
• Perform General Machine Operation effectively.
• Ensure basic machine maintenance tasks are completed.
• Make sure production processes meet the plan and address non‑conformances.
• Replenish materials as needed.
• Follow standard operating procedures.

Skills

Mechanical skills/aptitude

Physically fit

Solid time management skills

Health and safety focus

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Reliability and punctuality

Basic literacy skills

Job description

Iplex Pipelines NZ is a leading manufacturer and supplier of plastic pipeline systems in New Zealand. We manufacture and supply plastic pipeline systems for a diverse range of sectors including the plumbing & rainwater, civil, rural, energy & communications. We have approximately 230 employees across operational sites in Palmerston North, Christchurch, Ashburton and Auckland.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out correct pack off processes
• Ensuring all start-ups, shutdowns and change overs are carried out correctly.
• Ensuring scrap is well managed and controlled
• Carrying out process troubleshooting and process corrective actions.
• General Machine Operation – Ensuring all paperwork and quality checks are carried out correctly and any out of spec measurements are actioned accordingly
• Ensuring basic machine maintenance tasks are carried out correctly
• Production process meets plan, and process non‑conformances are addressed.
• Replenishing materials
• Following standard operating procedures

Please note our shifts are 4 days on, 4 days off – 2 day shifts 8am to 8pm then 2 night shifts 8pm to 8am.

About You

• Mechanical skills/aptitude
• Physically fit as you may be moving loads up to 25kg
• Solid time management skills and reliability is key
• A focus on health and safety
• Basic computer skills and attention to detail
• Good problem solver and effective communicator
• Reliable and punctual; able to work designated shifts
• Basic literacy skills – able to read, understand and follow work instruction.

The Offer

• We understand that our people are our greatest asset, therefore, being part of Fletcher Building, you will have access to these awesome benefits:
• An industry‑leading parental leave scheme
• Discounts, lots of them. Across a range of businesses and products
• Free onsite parking at our Palmerston North office
• Onsite café with some of the best coffee in town
• An incredible Employee Education Fund, funding anything from a Diploma to a Master’s Degree
• Employee Welfare Fund to help in times of need
• Ability to join the Fletcher Building share scheme
• Ability to participate in FB wide groups that focus on diversity, sustainability and many other key initiatives

If this sounds like a fit for you, please apply today!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply to any of our vacant positions. Talk to us about our flexible working arrangements and career pathways.