Packaging Technician - Fixed Term

DB Breweries; Timaru; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

KiwiSaver

Beer allowance

Employee discount

Paid leave

Parental leave

Counselling

Job summary

DB Breweries in Timaru is seeking a detail‑oriented Packaging Technician to join the team. You will help ensure beer, cider, and RTDs leave the line at the right quality, safely and efficiently, in a fast-paced packaging environment.

The role focuses on operating and maintaining packaging machinery, contributing to continuous improvement, and collaborating with planning and maintenance teams. A 3–5 year background in related industries is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in packaging or maintenance in brewing, FMCG, or food and beverage environments.
• Experience using maintenance systems and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills.
• A positive, team-focused approach and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and improve packaging machinery to meet production targets.
• Ensure products meet quality and safety standards.
• Participate in TPM Continuous Improvement programs (5S, Kaizen).
• Perform reactive and preventive maintenance tasks on time.
• Collaborate with planning, maintenance, and logistics teams to keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow and update Standard Operating Procedures and support team training.
• Be flexible and move across different areas as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Team-focused

Willingness to learn

Tools

Maintenance systems

Job description

Location: Timaru

Type of Contract: Full-Time | 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract

About Us

When you join DB Breweries, you join the global HEINEKEN family, where everyone is encouraged to be themselves, contribute their ideas, learn and grow as part of one of the largest beer and cider brewing companies in the world spanning 70 countries. We believe diverse views make great brews, and the vibe in our team is very much reflected in our four values: PASSION for consumers and customers, CARE for people and planet, ENJOYMENT of life, and COURAGE to dream and pioneer.

• Free health, life, and income protection insurance.
• 5% employer KiwiSaver contribution.
• Monthly allowance of beer, cider, RTDs, or alcohol‑free beverages.
• Generous employee discount at Star Hospitality venues.
• Enjoyment of Life leave — an extra paid day each year to do something you love
• Generous parental leave provisions
• Free confidential counselling.
• Digital wills, feminine hygiene products, retail discounts.
• Commitment to Fair Pay through Mind the Gap and the Pacific Pay Gap Inquiry.

About The Role

At DB Breweries, we don’t just brew beer – we craft experiences. We’re looking for a detail-focused Packaging Technician to join the team and help make sure our beer, cider, and RTDs leave the line at the right quality, every time. This is a hands‑on role in our Packaging team, suited to someone who enjoys a fast‑paced environment and takes pride in working safely and efficiently.

What you’ll be doing

• Operate, maintain, and improve packaging machinery to meet production targets
• Make sure products meet our quality and safety standards
• Take part in our TPM Continuous Improvement programme, using tools such as 5S and Kaizen to improve performance and reduce losses
• Carry out reactive and preventive maintenance tasks on time
• Work closely with planning, maintenance, and logistics teams to keep operations running smoothly
• Follow and update Standard Operating Procedures and support team training
• Be flexible and move across different areas as needed

What you’ll bring

• 3–5 years’ experience in packaging or maintenance in brewing, FMCG, or food and beverage environments
• Experience using maintenance systems and continuous improvement practices
• Confidence using technology, including:
• Using a phone or tablet
• Checking and responding to emails regularly
• Completing required training online
• Using basic systems to record data or raise issues
• Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills
• A positive, team-focused approach
• A willingness to learn and share knowledge