Machine Operator - Processing

WM New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted health insurance

Staff discounts

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking a Machine Operator to run processing equipment safely and efficiently. You will ensure quality checks, maintain machine performance, and follow safety procedures while supporting continuous improvement. Flexibility in days and hours, with a focus on teamwork in a hands-on role.

The position requires physical fitness to lift up to 10 kg, good communication, and reliability. Experience in plastics or material compounding is advantageous, and a forklift OSH certificate is

Qualifications

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Forklift OSH certificate, F endorsement or experience desirable.
• First Aid certificate or knowledge, and strong health & safety awareness.
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 10 kg across shifts.
• Flexible in working days and hours.
• Reliable and punctual with own transport.
• Experience in plastics/materials compounding is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate all processing equipment and plant safely and efficiently to achieve optimum outputs.
• Follow shift supervision, production manager or factory manager directions for duties.
• Analyse issues and optimise outcomes while upholding health and safety policies.
• Carry out quality checks and ensure paperwork is correct; escalate out-of-spec measurements.
• Monitor machine performance and process adherence to the plan.
• Label finished goods with correct descriptions for storage.
• Contribute to safety-first culture and ongoing improvement.

Skills

Communication

Forklift OSH certificate

First Aid certificate

Physical fitness

Flexible hours

Punctuality

Plastics background (adv)

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Let’s take care of work that matters - people, place and purpose. From roads to recycling to reporting, everyone at WM New Zealand (WM) helps take care of our people, protect our whenua and support our communities.

We’re more than waste management – we’re problem solvers, innovators, and hands-on doers. Every one of us, whether behind the wheel, on the tools, or shaping strategy behind the scenes, is helping build a better Aotearoa.

We all pull together on this waka and if you want work that matters, with people who’ve got your back, you’re in the right place.

Job Description

About the role

Machine Operator is responsible to operate all processing equipment and plant in a safe and efficient manner ensuring optimum outputs are achieved. Undertake all and any other duties as tasked by shift supervisor, production manager or factory manager.

This key operational role will require someone who is motivated and diligent with the ability to analyse issues critically and optimise outcomes. It is also essential that you are fully committed to Health and Safety, follow prescribed policies and procedures, drive a positive culture and lead by example.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure all paperwork and quality checks are carried out correctly and any out of spec measurements are escalated accordingly
• Ensure production process meets plan and process non- conformances are addressed.
• Inspect materials prior to processing to see they are clean & free of contaminates and is the correct type to be processed.
• Monitoring machine performance & settings to maintain optimum performance.
• Finished goods to be clearly marked & labelled with the correct description to be stored.
• Participate in the company’s safety-first culture that supports continuous HSEQ, improvement and risk management compliance.

Qualifications

About you

• Good communication skills verbal and written.
• Forklift OSH certificate, F endorsement or experience highly desirable.
• First Aid certificate or knowledge, coupled with a strong health and safety awareness.
• Physically fitand ability to comfortably lift 10kgs across the shift.
• Flexible in approach to days and hours of work.
• Reliable andpunctualhave own means of transport.
• Exposure to having worked in a plastics background in material compounding will be advantageous.

Additional Information

What is in it for me?

We offer a competitive salary, career progression, access to discounted health insurance and a variety of retail products for you and your family to enjoy just to name a few!

You will also be part of a great team committed to providing a comprehensive one-stop service to meet a broad range of facility, waste, recycling and industrial needs of our clients.

WM New Zealand is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces. You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa/residency or NZ citizenship.