Production & Machine Optimiser / Maintenance Assistant

Riverlock Group Holdings Ltd; Opotiki; Presencial; NZD 30.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive rate

Full training

Growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Riverlock Packhouse is seeking a Production & Machine Optimiser / Maintenance Assistant to support and enhance kiwifruit packing and coolstorage production. You’ll help hit targets, boost line efficiency, and keep machinery running at peak capability, collaborating with senior leadership to improve throughput and reduce downtime.

You’ll work in a fast-paced seasonal environment with hands-on machine setup, routine maintenance, and adherence to SOPs, contributing to high-quality packout

Formación

• Mechanically minded with practical troubleshooting ability.
• Understanding of packhouse or production-line workflows preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and documentation standards.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, seasonal environment.
• Positive attitude, initiative and willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsabilidades

• Support daily production targets by ensuring machinery and optimiser systems run efficiently.
• Monitor machinery outputs to drive consistent packout quality and achieve targeted production volumes.
• Identify bottlenecks and support changes that increase throughput and reduce waste.
• Provide hands-on assistance with machine set-ups and changeovers to keep the line running smoothly.
• Assist with preventative maintenance and basic repairs to reduce downtime.
• Help maintain accurate SOPs and production documentation.
• Work with operations, quality, and maintenance teams to uplift overall equipment performance.

Conocimientos

Mechanical troubleshooting

Packhouse workflow

Problem solving

Documentation standards

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Educación

Mechanical engineering qualification

Descripción del empleo

As a Production & Machine Optimiser / Maintenance Assistant, you will support and enhance production performance at our kiwifruit packing and coolstorage facility. This role is central to hitting production targets, maximising line efficiency, and ensuring machinery runs at peak capability. You'll work closely with the senior leadership team to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and help deliver consistent, high-quality results.

Key responsibilities

• Support daily production targets by ensuring machinery and optimiser systems run efficiently
• Monitor machinery outputs to drive consistent packout quality and achieve targeted production volumes
• Identify bottlenecks and support changes that increase throughput and reduce waste
• Provide hands‑on assistance with machine set‑ups and changeovers to keep the line running smoothly
• Assist with preventative maintenance and basic repairs to reduce downtime
• Help maintain accurate SOPs and production documentation
• Work with operations, quality, and maintenance teams to uplift overall equipment performance

About you

• Mechanically minded with practical troubleshooting ability
• Understanding of packhouse or production‑line workflows (preferred)
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Ability to follow established procedures and documentation standards
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, seasonal environment
• Positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

About us

Riverlock Packhouse is a proud family-owned company leading the way in kiwifruit packing and coolstorage. Built on decades of experience and a strong “can-do” Kiwi spirit, we've grown into a trusted name known for quality, innovation, and integrity. When you join Riverlock, you become part of a team where hard work is recognised, careers thrive, and everyone feels proud to be part of something meaningful.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Full training on kiwifruit quality standards and packing processes
• Opportunities for growth and development within the company

Your application will include the following questions:

• Are you familiar with the Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) standards?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Maintenance Assistant?
• Have you completed a qualification in mechanical engineering?
• Do you have experience working to quality assurance standards?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the product development lifecycle?
• Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
• Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?