Packaging Technician - Growth in Continuous Improvement

Heineken; Auckland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver 5%

Product allowance

Enjoyment of Life Leave

Parental leave

Wellbeing support

Inclusive culture

Job summary

DB Breweries, part of the Heineken family, seeks a Packaging Technician to support our packaging line, ensuring quality and safety standards are met in a fast-paced environment. you will work hands-on with packaging machinery and collaborate across planning, maintenance, and logistics to keep lines running smoothly.

Bring a mechanical or electrical trade qualification and 3–5 years in packaging or maintenance within brewing or FMCG settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in packaging or maintenance in brewing, FMCG, or food & beverage environments.
• Strong attention to detail and clear communication.
• Comfort with using tablets/phones and checking emails.
• Experience with maintenance systems and continuous improvement practices.
• Willingness to learn and share knowledge.
• Full‑time work rights in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and improve packaging machinery to meet production targets.
• Ensure products meet quality and safety standards.
• Contribute to TPM Continuous Improvement with 5S and Kaizen.
• Carry out reactive and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with planning, maintenance, and logistics to keep operations running.
• Follow and update Standard Operating Procedures and support team training.
• Be flexible and move across areas as needed.

Skills

Packaging

Maintenance

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

NZCE / Advanced Trade Certificate or equivalent

Job description

DB Breweries, part of the Heineken family, seeks a Packaging Technician to support our packaging line, ensuring quality and safety standards are met in a fast-paced environment. you will work hands-on with packaging machinery and collaborate across planning, maintenance, and logistics to keep lines running smoothly.

Bring a mechanical or electrical trade qualification and 3–5 years in packaging or maintenance within brewing or FMCG settings.