Night Shift Electrician – PLC & Automation (Food)

Kraft Heinz; Hastings; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on factory premises

Social events

Opportunities to progress within your"

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking a Shift Electrician for the Hastings site. You will perform planned and unplanned electrical maintenance, support minor projects, and provide automation support on the shop floor. PLC programming, wiring motors, and troubleshooting sensors are core responsibilities.

You will work night shifts (10pm–6am) and contribute to world-class reliability while ensuring Health and Safety compliance. NZ experience in food/beverage is preferred.

Qualifications

• NZQA Level 4 Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• EWRB registration or eligible for registration.
• Food or beverage industry experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Certified in LOTO or willing to undertake training within first month.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out breakdown repairs and planned maintenance on equipment.
• Install, maintain and repair industrial electrical equipment and systems.
• Diagnose electrical issues, especially with 3-phase motors, sensors, and automation.
• Maintain automation systems and PLC programming.
• Wiring motors and troubleshooting sensors.
• Ensure all work meets H&S standards and regulations.
• Support production and site services; assist with training and continuous improvement.
• Input labour and create work orders in Mainpac.

Skills

EWRB licence

Trade qualification

Food/beverage experience

Experience in similar role

Written communication

Team orientation

LOTO certification

Education

NZQA Level 4 Electrical Engineering

EWRB registration

Tools

Rockwell Automation software

HMI/PLC tools

Mainpac system

Job description

Kraft Heinz is seeking a Shift Electrician for the Hastings site. You will perform planned and unplanned electrical maintenance, support minor projects, and provide automation support on the shop floor. PLC programming, wiring motors, and troubleshooting sensors are core responsibilities.

You will work night shifts (10pm–6am) and contribute to world-class reliability while ensuring Health and Safety compliance. NZ experience in food/beverage is preferred.