Plastics Technician Die Setter/Fitter – Blowmoulding

Pact Group Holdings Ltd; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver

Car parking on-site

Health insurance discounts

Visa & settlement support

EAP program

Job summary

Pact Group Holdings Ltd in Christchurch is seeking a Plastics Technician Die Setter–Blowmoulding to ensure smooth manufacturing operations. You will perform die changes, optimise blowmoulding processes and train staff to uphold safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Join a team focused on reducing waste, improving productivity, and maintaining reliable equipment. The role is full-time, with day hours and potential overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Plastics Technician/Die Setter in blowmoulding.
• Trade qualification desirable but not essential.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of quality assurance systems and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform die and mould changeovers, set up blowmoulding machines, adjust parameters to maximise uptime.
• Monitor production quality with start-up checks and inspections; adjust processes to meet specs.
• Troubleshoot machinery, tooling, and processes; carry out preventative maintenance.
• Optimise material usage, cycle times and processes to reduce waste and boost productivity.
• Maintain production records, process setting sheets and quality checks.
• Train operators and promote safe, compliant, high-performing workplace.

Skills

Plastics industry experience

Die setter

Mechanical aptitude

Quality assurance

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Blow moulding machinery

Job description

Our Pact Packaging division is at the forefront of pioneering a whole product life cycle approach to sustainable packaging. By partnering with global brands and local dairy producers, we integrate supply chain efficiency and sustainable practices into everything we design and manufacture.

Job Description

The Plastics Technician Die Setter–Blowmoulding ensures smooth manufacturing operations by performing equipment changes, maintaining quality and safety standards, optimising processes, training staff, and adhering to environmental and company policies.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Perform die and mould changeovers, set up and optimise blowmoulding machines, and adjust process parameters to maximise machine uptime, efficiency, and production output.
• Monitor production quality through start-up checks and ongoing inspections, making process adjustments as required to ensure products consistently meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot machinery, tooling, and process issues, while carrying out routine preventative maintenance activities to minimise downtime and maintain reliable equipment performance.
• Optimise material usage, cycle times, and manufacturing processes to reduce waste, improve productivity, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, including process setting sheets, quality checks, equipment adjustments, and production records.
• Support a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace by training operators, promoting safe work practices, maintaining housekeeping standards, and collaborating with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and technical teams.

Benefits:

• $35.00 to $43.00 per hour (depending on experience) + 1.5x O/T + additional KiwiSaver
• Regular salary reviews and staff discounts
• Work visa and settlement support for international Die Setters
• Free on-site car parking
• Discounted health insurance premiums through Southern Cross
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP - RAISE) for confidential counselling
• MyLearning programs for personal development, including leadership courses, and online modules.
• Career opportunities within the Pact Group

Qualifications and Skills:

• At least 3 years' experience as a Plastics Technician, Die Setter, or similar role within a Blowmoulding manufacturing environment.
• A relevant trade qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
• Knowledge of quality assurance systems and manufacturing processes.
• Experience operating and setting Blow moulding machinery.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Additional Information

• Christchurch site
• This is a permanent full-time role. Days of work required: Monday to Friday: 40 hours per week - 7.30am to 4.00pm
• The base hourly rate for this role is between $35.00 to $43.00 per hour – depending on experience. (1.5 X O/T)
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.