Manufacturing Process Operators

Talent Connection NZ Limited; Maungakiekie-Tāmaki; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotating 12-hour shifts

Starting rate $30.95/hour

Meal allowances

Call-out allowances

First aid allowances

Premium overtime on weekends

Job summary

Stratex is a leading manufacturer of customised paper-based packaging solutions in New Zealand and Australia. This hands-on Process Operator role offers 12‑hour day/night shifts, with a focus on quality and efficiency, and opportunities to grow with a growing business.

You will operate laminating, winding, and slitting machinery, monitor quality, and quickly identify mechanical faults. A collaborative shift-team environment and a long‑term career path are emphasised in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or packaging production preferred.
• Quality mindset with zero-defect standards.
• Forklift licence preferred; NZ driver’s licence is an advantage.
• Comfortable using digital production systems.
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg and stay physically fit.

Responsibilities

• Operate laminating, winding, and slitting machinery on rotating 12‑hour day and night shifts.
• Maintain product quality across production runs with attention to detail.
• Identify mechanical faults early and upscale to minimise downtime.
• Collaborate with your shift team to meet daily output targets in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Quality awareness

Forklift licence

Production systems

Physical fitness

Team player

Job description

After strong growth across their NZ and Australian customer base, Stratex is adding more Process Operators to the team — and they want people who'll grow with the business, not just fill a shift.

Stratex is a leading manufacturer of customised paper-based flexible packaging solutions — trusted by some of the biggest food and FMCG brands in New Zealand and Australia, including Nestlé, Fonterra, and PepsiCo.

This is a hands-on production role for someone who takes pride in doing things right and wants to build a long-term career with a manufacturer that's actively growing.

About the Role

• Operate laminating, winding, and slitting machinery across rotating 12-hour day and night shifts
• Maintain product quality across all production runs - detail and accuracy are non-negotiable
• Identify mechanical faults early and upscale to minimise production downtime
• Collaborate with your shift team to meet daily output targets in a fast-paced environment

Skills and Experience

• Proven mechanical aptitude - hands-on experience in manufacturing, packaging, or a related production environment preferred
• Sharp eye for quality with a zero-compromise approach to production standards
• Forklift (hoist) licence preferred but not essential, full NZ driver's licence an advantage
• Comfortable using digital production systems
• Physically fit with the ability to lift up to 25kg
• Dependable team player with a proactive, energetic approach and a strong work ethic

Benefits

• Rotating 12-hour shifts that provide built-in time off and lifestyle flexibility
• Generous package which consists of a starting hourly rate of $30.95/hour + night shift + meal + call out + first aid allowances with premium overtime rates on weekends and un-rostered shifts
• Secure, long-term role with a well-established manufacturer
• Collaborative, supportive team culture with strong leadership at every level
• Ongoing technical training and development in an innovative and growing industry

Your application will be reviewed within 5 working days of receipt. Should your application be shortlisted, a Talent Connector will schedule a short phone interview with you to discuss the next steps in the recruitment process.

Part of our pre-employment checks post-interview may include a Ministry of Justice check, personality profiling, a health assessment, and/or drug & alcohol testing.