Materials Handler

Hella-New Zealand Limited; Howick; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site canteen

Free parking

Discounted health insurance

Innovative technology projects

Health & safety focus

Annual health checks

Supportive environment

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA in Auckland is seeking a reliable Materials Handler to support the Production Moulding team. You will prepare, dry, blend and store plastics materials, ensuring correct materials reach injection moulding machines and that traceability is maintained.

This hands-on role requires 2+ years in plastics materials handling, SAP experience, and valid forklift and Wave licences. Shifts include afternoons 4:20 pm–12:50 am or graveyard 9:00 pm–7:00 am, 40 hours weekly, with focus on safety and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of plastics materials handling experience.
• Experience using SAP or a similar production management system.
• Forklift license or certification.
• Ability to work afternoon or graveyard shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, dry and blend plastics per production instructions.
• Supply correct materials to injection moulding machines.
• Maintain material traceability and stock rotation.
• Operate dryers, mixers, loaders and grinders safely.
• Support recycling and waste reduction efforts.

Skills

Materials handling

SAP experience

Forklift operation

Tools

SAP

Job description

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier. As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle Solutions Business Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles. With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.0 billion in the fiscal year 2025.

We are looking for a reliable, safety-conscious and proactive Materials Handlers to join our Production Moulding team in Auckland.

Afternoon shift days and hours are Monday to Friday, 4:20 pm to 12:50am, 40 hours per week.
Graveyard shift days and hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 pm to 7:00 am, 40 hours per week.

This is an important, hands-on role supporting uninterrupted injection moulding production. You will ensure materials are correctly prepared, supplied, stored and tracked while supporting material recycling, waste reduction, product quality and good housekeeping.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Material Preparation and Supply
• Prepare, dry, blend and mix plastic materials in accordance with production requirements and approved work instructions.
• Ensure the correct materials are supplied to the correct injection moulding machines when required.
• Monitor material availability and communicate potential shortages or discrepancies before production is affected.
• Verify material type, grade, colour and batch details before use.
• Respond promptly when an Engel injection moulding machine stops due to material shortage, replenish the required material, and restart the machine in accordance with approved operating procedures once safe and the required restart checks have been completed.
• Material Handling, Storage and Traceability
• Receive, identify, label and store raw materials in designated locations.
• Maintain accurate material traceability for raw materials, blended materials and regrind.
• Prevent material contamination and the mixing of incompatible materials.
• Maintain appropriate stock rotation and organised material storage areas.
• Use SAP or relevant production systems to record material movements and maintain accurate inventory information.
• Grinding of Rejects and Recycling
• Collect and segregate rejected components and suitable plastic scrap for recycling.
• Operate plastic grinders to process approved scrap materials for reuse.
• Ensure materials are separated by material type and colour to prevent contamination.
• Correctly identify, label and store regrind materials.
• Identify and report unsuitable scrap requiring disposal and follow approved procedures for handling rejected production components.
• Equipment Operation and Basic Maintenance
• Safely operate material-handling equipment, including dryers, mixers, blenders, loaders and plastic grinders.
• Check equipment condition and operating settings before use.
• Carry out routine equipment cleaning and basic maintenance as required.
• Report equipment faults, abnormal operating conditions and maintenance requirements promptly.
• Production and Quality Support
• Work closely with moulding operators, die setters, supervisors and other relevant departments to support production requirements.
• Follow approved material specifications, work instructions and quality procedures.
• Identify and report material-related issues, including moisture, contamination, incorrect material or colour.
• Support production priorities and communicate effectively across shifts.
• Health, Safety and Housekeeping
• Comply with all company health and safety procedures and safe operating practices.
• Use the required personal protective equipment and follow safe manual-handling procedures.
• Ensure equipment safety systems and components are in place and operational before use.
• Report hazards, near misses, incidents and unsafe conditions.
• Maintain clean, organised and hazard-free material storage, preparation and grinding areas.
• Support waste reduction, recycling and continuous improvement initiatives.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years' experience in plastics materials handling, preferably within a manufacturing or injection moulding environment.
• Experience using SAP or a similar production management system to record, track and manage material movements andinventory.
• Ability to identify, handle, prepare and supply materials accurately in accordance with production requirements.
• Understanding of material traceability, stock control and contamination prevention.
• Ability to follow work instructions, maintain accurate records and communicate material shortages or discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a production team.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the role using appropriate manual-handling techniques andequipment.
• Current forklift and Wave licences.
• Previous experience in an injection moulding or plastics manufacturing environment.
• Experience drying, blending and mixing plastic resins and additives.
• Experience operating material dryers, mixers, loaders and plastic granulators or grinders.
• Knowledge of plastic material types, colour segregation and contamination prevention.
• Experience grinding rejected plastic components for recycling and reuse.
• Understanding of material traceability, stock rotation and production scheduling.

Key Skills and Personal Attributes

• The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• Working knowledge of plastics materials handling, material preparation and storage.
• Competency in using SAP or relevant production systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to material accuracy and traceability.
• A safety-conscious approach to equipment operation and material handling.
• Good organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to identifying material shortages and supporting production requirements.
• Reliability, accountability and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to reducing material waste, recycling and continuous improvement.

OUR OFFER

• A full on-site canteen
• Free parking
• Discounted health insurance with Southern Cross
• The opportunity to work on innovative and ground-breaking technology
• Focus on health, safety and diversity and inclusion
• Annual flu vaccinations and health checks
• A supportive and friendly work environment
• A company passionate about its product and how it gets things done

Forvia HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture.

We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.