MATERIALS HANDLER (M/F/D)

HELLA; Auckland; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site canteen

Free parking

Discounted health insurance

Long-term employment

Health checks

Flu vaccinations

Supportive work environment

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA in Auckland is seeking a reliable Materials Handler to support the production moulding team. You will prepare, supply and manage plastic materials, ensuring correct materials are available for injection moulding, while maintaining traceability and clean, safe work areas.

The role requires 2+ years in plastics handling, SAP experience, and a forklift/Wave licence. You will work on site in Auckland, with afternoon and graveyard shifts available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in plastics material handling in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using SAP or a similar production management system.
• Ability to identify, handle and supply materials accurately to production.
• Current forklift and Wave licences.
• Ability to work safely with manual handling and in a factory setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, dry, blend and mix plastics materials per production requirements and work instructions.
• Ensure correct materials are supplied to injection moulding machines as needed.
• Monitor material availability and flag shortages before production is affected.
• Maintain material traceability and proper storage to prevent contamination.
• Operate material-handling equipment and support recycling and waste reduction initiatives.
• Record material movements in SAP and assist with housekeeping and safety.

Skills

Plastics materials handling

SAP usage

Forklift licence

Attention to detail

Job description

MATERIALS HANDLER (M/F/D)

Location

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

YOUR TASKS

We arelooking for a reliable, safety-conscious and proactive Materials Handlers tojoin our Production Moulding team in Auckland.

Afternoonshift days and hours are Monday to Friday, 4:20 pm to 12:50am, 40 hours per week. Graveyardshift days and hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 pm to 7:00 am, 40 hours perweek.

This isan important, hands-on role supporting uninterrupted injection mouldingproduction. You will ensure materials are correctly prepared, supplied, storedand tracked while supporting material recycling, waste reduction, productquality and good housekeeping.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Material Preparation andSupply

• Prepare, dry, blend and mix plastic materials inaccordance with production requirements and approved work instructions.
• Ensure the correct materials are supplied to thecorrect injection moulding machines when required.
• Monitor material availability and communicatepotential 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 materialsin designated locations.
• Maintain accurate material traceability for rawmaterials, blended materials and regrind.
• Prevent material contamination and the mixing ofincompatible materials.
• Maintain appropriate stock rotation and organisedmaterial storage areas.
• Use SAP or relevant production systems to record material movements and maintain accurate inventory information.

Grinding of Rejects andRecycling

• Collect and segregate rejected components andsuitable plastic scrap for recycling.
• Operate plastic grinders to process approvedscrap materials for reuse.
• Ensure materials are separated by material typeand colour to prevent contamination.
• Correctly identify, label and store regrindmaterials.
• Identify and report unsuitable scrap requiring disposal and follow approved procedures for handling rejected production components.

Equipment Operation andBasic Maintenance

• Safely operate material-handling equipment,including dryers, mixers, blenders, loaders and plastic grinders.
• Check equipment condition and operating settingsbefore use.
• Carry out routine equipment cleaning and basicmaintenance as required.
• Report equipment faults, abnormal operating conditions and maintenance requirements promptly.

Production and QualitySupport

• Work closely with moulding operators, diesetters, supervisors and other relevant departments to support productionrequirements.
• Follow approved material specifications, workinstructions 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 andHousekeeping

• Comply with all company health and safetyprocedures and safe operating practices.
• Use the required personal protective equipmentand follow safe manual-handling procedures.
• Ensure equipment safety systems and componentsare in place and operational before use.
• Report hazards, near misses, incidents and unsafeconditions.
• Maintain clean, organised and hazard-freematerial storage, preparation and grinding areas.
• Support waste reduction, recycling and continuousimprovement initiatives.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Minimum 2 years' experience in plastics materialshandling, preferably within a manufacturing or injection mouldingenvironment.
• Experience using SAP or a similar productionmanagement system to record, track and manage material movements and inventory.
• Ability to identify, handle, prepare and supplymaterials accurately in accordance with production requirements.
• Understanding of material traceability, stockcontrol and contamination prevention.
• Ability to follow work instructions, maintainaccurate records and communicate material shortages or discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently and collaborativelywithin a production team.
• Ability to safely perform the physicalrequirements of the role using appropriate manual-handling techniques and equipment.
• Current forklift and Wave licences.

Desirable

• Previous experience in an injection moulding orplastics manufacturing environment.
• Experience drying, blending and mixing plasticresins and additives.
• Experience operating material dryers, mixers,loaders and plastic granulators or grinders.
• Knowledge of plastic material types, coloursegregation and contamination prevention.
• Experience grinding rejected plastic componentsfor recycling and reuse.
• Understanding of material traceability, stockrotation and production scheduling.

Key Skills and PersonalAttributes

• The successful candidatewill demonstrate:
• Working knowledge of plastics materials handling,material preparation and storage.
• Competency in using SAP or relevant productionsystems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment tomaterial accuracy and traceability.
• A safety-conscious approach to equipmentoperation and material handling.
• Good organisational, communication andproblem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to identifying materialshortages and supporting production requirements.
• Reliability, accountability and the ability towork 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
• Long-term employment
• 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.

HELLA New Zealand Ltd.
Arianne Guanzon
81-83 Ben Lomond Crescent, Pakuranga Heights
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