Production Assistant

DB Breweries; Wellington; On-site; NZD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & life insurance

KiwiSaver 5%

Product allowance

Employee discounts

Life Leave

Parental leave

Wellbeing support

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tuatara Brewery is seeking a hands-on Production Assistant at our Brewtown site. You will work with the Packaging Manager and production team to ensure high‑quality products are produced safely and efficiently, upholding our standards.

Based at the Brewtown brewery in Wellington, you will contribute to a positive team culture, support maintenance activities, and help drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Reliable, hardworking and safety‑minded.
• Team-first mindset and good communication.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out production activities safely and on schedule.
• Follow SOPs and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving production issues.
• Identify equipment maintenance needs and support preventative tasks.
• Contribute ideas for continuous improvement across the brewery.
• Promote safe working practices and health and safety culture.

Skills

Safety-focused

Team-player

Attention to detail

Good communication

Willingness to learn

Forklift licence

Positive attitude

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

We offer:

• Free health, life, and income protection insurance
• 5% employer KiwiSaver contribution
• Monthly product allowance
• Employee discounts across Star Hospitality venues
• Enjoyment of Life Leave - an additional paid day each year
• Generous parental leave provisions
• Wellbeing support and counselling services
• A positive, inclusive culture with genuine opportunities for growth and development

About the Role

At Tuatara Brewery, we're passionate about brewing great beer and creating great experiences. We're looking for a hands‑on, reliable Production Assistant to join our team and help deliver high‑quality products safely, efficiently, and with pride. Based at our Brewtown brewery, you'll work closely with the Packaging Manager and wider production team to keep operations running smoothly while maintaining the high standards our customers expect.

What you'll do

• Carry out production activities safely, efficiently, and according to schedule.
• Follow standard operating procedures and maintain a clean, organised work environment.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving production issues.
• Identify equipment maintenance requirements and support preventative maintenance activities.
• Contribute ideas for continuous improvement across the brewery.
• Champion safe working practices and support a strong health and safety culture.

What you'll bring

• A reliable, hardworking, and safety-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and a team‑first mindset.
• A forklift licence is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in food/FMCG production/manufacturing is advantageous but not essential.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
• A positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Please note: We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies for this role.