Machine Operators - Manufacturing

ALH Palmerston North; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

On-job training

Immediate start

Job summary

ALH Palmerston North is seeking reliable machine operators to join a busy manufacturing team in Palmerston North. You will operate and monitor production machinery, ensuring lines run smoothly and products meet quality standards.

We offer a Monday–Friday schedule with weekly pay, an immediate start, and long-term opportunities for the right people. A friendly team environment with on‑job training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience operating production machinery.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Right to work in New Zealand.
• Pre-employment drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery on the line.
• Load materials and keep machines supplied.
• Perform quality checks and report faults.
• Pack, sort and handle products as required.
• Keep the work area clean, tidy and safe.
• Follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Machine operation

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Reliability

Timekeeping

Teamwork

Job description

We’re looking for reliable, hardworking machine operators to join a busy manufacturing team in Palmerston North. If you’re after stable Monday to Friday hours, a safe and organised work environment, and long-term work, we want to hear from you.

You’ll be operating and monitoring production machinery, keeping production lines running smoothly, and making sure products meet quality standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operating and monitoring machinery on the production line
• Loading materials and keeping machines supplied
• Completing quality checks and reporting any faults or issues
• Packing, sorting and handling product as required
• Keeping your work area clean, tidy and safe
• Following all health and safety procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience (preferred but not essential, training provided for the right person)
• Good attention to detail and a strong focus on quality
• Reliable attendance and good timekeeping
• Able to stand for long periods and do repetitive tasks
• Positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team
• Right to work in New Zealand
• Pass a pre-employment drug test

What’s On Offer

• $25 per hour
• Monday to Friday, with no weekends
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start available
• Long-term opportunities for the right people
• Friendly team environment with on‑job training

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Manufacturing Operator?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?

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