Plastic Recycling Machine Operator — Safe & Growth

WM New Zealand; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Discounted health insurance

Staff product discounts

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator for our Christchurch-based operations in New Zealand. The role focuses on safe operation of processing equipment, monitoring performance, and ensuring output quality throughout each shift.

You will join a team committed to health and safety, drive a positive culture, and contribute to continuous improvement across HSEQ programs. A valid forklift OSH certificate and first aid knowledge are preferred, with flexibility to fit shifts.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills verbal and written.
• Forklift OSH certificate, F endorsement or experience highly desirable.
• First Aid certificate or knowledge.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• A good level of fitness and ability to comfortably lift 10kgs across the shift.
• Flexible in approach to days and hours of work.
• Reliable and have own means of transport.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials prior to processing to ensure it is the correct type.
• Ensure bins or bags material is to be processed into is clean and free of contaminates, bin liners used if needed.
• Monitoring machine performance, machine settings are monitored constantly during the shift and adjusted to maintain performance.
• Monitor quality of all products produced to ensure expected standards are achieved.
• Finished goods are clearly labelled using Waste Management bag labels and are wrapped ready for storage.
• Participate in the company’s safety-first culture that supports continuous HSEQ improvement and participate in company-wide programs.
• Ensure duties of care obligations are met and that your conduct in the workplace always occurs in a safe manner.
• Participate in processes regarding risk management compliance and internal controls to ensure operations and legal HSEQ risks are effectively managed and minimised.

Skills

Communication

Health and safety awareness

Physical fitness

Tools

Forklift OSH certificate/F endorsement

First Aid certificate

Job description

WM New Zealand is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator for our Christchurch-based operations in New Zealand. The role focuses on safe operation of processing equipment, monitoring performance, and ensuring output quality throughout each shift.

You will join a team committed to health and safety, drive a positive culture, and contribute to continuous improvement across HSEQ programs. A valid forklift OSH certificate and first aid knowledge are preferred, with flexibility to fit shifts.