Manufacturing Technician: Setup, Changeovers & Automation

Carrfields Nz; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrfields NZ is looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support highly automated plastics production in Ashburton. You will assist with machine setups, changeovers, monitoring performance and quality, and help drive process improvements in a dynamic team environment.

The role offers exposure to advanced manufacturing technology, a proactive, reliability-focused mindset, and opportunities for long-term development within a growing business.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing/production environments preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to learn specialised manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine setups and product changeovers.
• Change moulds and tooling on production equipment.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues.
• Make machine and process adjustments to improve efficiency.
• Support production uptime and minimise downtime.
• Assist with new technology and automation projects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Carrfields NZ is looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support highly automated plastics production in Ashburton. You will assist with machine setups, changeovers, monitoring performance and quality, and help drive process improvements in a dynamic team environment.

The role offers exposure to advanced manufacturing technology, a proactive, reliability-focused mindset, and opportunities for long-term development within a growing business.