Plastics Technician

Gallagher; Hamilton; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Free parking

On-site cafe

Job summary

Gallagher in Hamilton, NZ, seeks a Plastics Technician to join the manufacturing team, focusing on optimising plastics production, supporting tooling development, and driving continuous improvement across operations.

Reporting to the Engineering Technical Manager – Plastics, you will collaborate with Plastics, Maintenance, Tooling and R&D teams to identify improvement opportunities, address technical challenges and introduce new products into manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Plastics engineer with hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Experience with tooling trials, process validation, or new product introduction is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or other CI methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Optimise plastics production processes and troubleshoot production issues.
• Support tooling development, trials and process validation.
• Drive continuous improvement and production efficiency across operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

PAMPITO qualification

Level 4 Trade Certificate in Plastics Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Manufacturing systems

Process documentation

Job description

Why Gallagher?

• Flexible working + free parking, subsidised on-site cafe and great eateries nearby.
• Life & Disability Insurance.
• Boost App membership and Gallagher staff discounts at a variety of NZ stores.
• Plenty of fun along the way, including team events, inspiring guest speakers and team lunches.

About Gallagher

Our purpose at Gallagher is "Protect what matters most" and we live it every day. Not only does our technology protect some of the world's highest-security environments and agriculture businesses, but our purpose also means we care deeply about our people and their families.

With operations across New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, the USA, Canada, the UK and Europe, and exports around the world, we provide our people with globally focused career pathways.

The Opportunity

Are you a technically minded plastics professional who enjoys troubleshooting, improving manufacturing processes and finding practical solutions to production challenges?

We're looking for a motivated and experienced Plastics Technician to join our manufacturing team, playing an important role in optimising plastics production processes, supporting tooling development and driving continuous improvement across our operations.

Reporting to the Engineering Technical Manager – Plastics, you'll work closely with our Plastics, Maintenance, Tool and Die, Engineering and R&D teams to identify opportunities for improvement, resolve technical challenges and support the successful introduction of new products into manufacturing.

This is a hands-on, technically focused opportunity where you'll be involved in everything from process optimisation and equipment troubleshooting through to tooling trials, product validation and production improvements.

You’ll have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, influence how things are done and contribute directly to the quality, efficiency and performance of Gallagher's plastics manufacturing operations.

The Fit

You’ll be a practical, technically capable plastics professional who enjoys getting hands-on, understanding how things work and finding better ways of doing things.

You’ll bring strong mechanical aptitude, an analytical approach to problem-solving and the confidence to work across different teams to identify and implement improvements.

Whether you’re already working in a technical plastics role or have developed strong technical capability through hands‑on manufacturing experience, you’ll be someone who takes ownership, enjoys a challenge and is motivated by improving processes and performance.

We're Looking For Someone With

• A PAMPITO qualification and/or Level 4 Trade Certificate in Plastics Engineering.
• Proven experience in plastics manufacturing, process engineering or a related technical manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a solid understanding of manufacturing equipment, processes and systems.
• Experience troubleshooting production equipment, identifying process issues and implementing practical solutions.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting tooling trials, process validation or new product introduction activities would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively across technical and operational teams.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with CAD software, manufacturing systems or process documentation would be beneficial.

If you're passionate about plastics manufacturing, enjoy solving technical challenges and want to play a key role in improving processes and bringing new products to life, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may be filled before the closing date.