Plastics Technician - Extrusion

Asmussgroup; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Southern Cross Health Insurance

Life Insurance and Free Wills

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Ongoing training and careerdevelopment

Job summary

Asmuss is seeking Plastics Technicians – Extrusion to join our Hamilton-based manufacturing team. Roles available on afternoon and night shifts at our modern facility near Hamilton Airport.

You'll help produce high-quality polyethylene pipe, setting up extrusion lines, monitoring operations, and supporting safety and continuous improvement. NZ residency or valid NZ work visa required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and a knack for problem-solving.
• A strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• A current full driver's licence.
• Forklift licence with F endorsement (advantageous).
• Commitment to working safely and supporting a positive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Setting up, monitoring, calibrating, and optimising extrusion lines.
• Operating machinery to manufacture polyethylene pipe ranging from 63mm to 1000mm diameter.
• Troubleshooting production issues and identifying causes of defects.
• Performing machine maintenance and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

Skills

Machinery operation

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Strong work ethic

Driver's licence

Forklift licence

Job description

Job Category: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics

Asmuss is looking for Plastics Technicians – Extrusion to join our growing manufacturing team, with opportunities available on both afternoon and night shifts at our modern, purpose-built facility in Titanium Park, Hamilton Airport.

Whether you're already experienced in plastic extrusion or come from a manufacturing, engineering, or machine operating background, we want to hear from you. We're prepared to invest in the right person, providing training and development to help you grow your skills and build a long‑term career.

What You'll Be Doing

As a key member of our production team, you'll help manufacture high-quality polyethylene pipe used in major infrastructure projects throughout New Zealand.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting up, monitoring, calibrating, and optimising extrusion lines
• Operating machinery to manufacture polyethylene pipe ranging from 63mm to 1000mm diameter
• Troubleshooting production issues and identifying causes of defects
• Performing machine maintenance and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency

What You'll Bring

• Experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or production environment
• Mechanical aptitude and a knack for problem-solving
• A strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn
• A current full driver's licence
• Forklift licence with F endorsement (advantageous)
• A commitment to working safely and supporting a positive team culture

Hours of Work

• Nightshift - Sunday - Friday, 11.00pm - 7.00am | 40hrs per week | Shift Allowance | Handover allowance
• Afternoon shift - Monday - Friday, 3.00pm - 11.00pm | 40hrs per week |Shift Allowance | Handover allowance

Why Join Asmuss?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Life Insurance and Free Wills
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Ongoing training and career development
• Modern, purpose-built manufacturing facility
• Join a stable, family-owned New Zealand business with a 100-year legacy

About Us

Asmuss is a proudly New Zealand-owned family business and a leader in supplying steel and flow products to the construction, civil infrastructure, industrial, and manufacturing sectors nationwide. For over 100 years, we've built our reputation on quality products, exceptional service, and great people.

If you're looking for a hands-on technical role with genuine career opportunities and the backing of a well-established New Zealand company, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, the successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment medical and drug test.