Production Operator

GIB® (Winstone Wallboards Ltd); Christchurch; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Employee assistance programme

Health monitoring

Competitive salary

Job summary

The GIB® Plasterboard production team in Christchurch is seeking a hands-on operator to support the manufacture of plasterboard. Reporting to the Production Shift Team Lead, you will perform routine plant checks, monitor process control, replenish additive lines and help ensure quality and safety.

The role follows an alternating day/night shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights, then 4 days off) with a focus on precision, teamwork and a strong health and safety culture.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable mechanical and/or technical skills.
• Interest in computer‑controlled equipment and process control.
• Forklift experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Routine checks of plant operations and control of semi-automated equipment.
• Process control and monitoring of chemical and physical aspects of board production.
• Replenishing additive lines and operating machines to maintain continuous production.
• Quality assurance duties and reporting issues or faults.
• Technical problem solving and multi‑tasking to meet production demands.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Technical skills

Forklift experience

Process engineering knowledge

Education

Mechanical or process engineering qualifications

Job description

DescriptionLike you, we’re proudly building New Zealand! It’s something we are proud to have been a trusted part of, for over 90 years. GIB® Plasterboard is the number one choice by customers in New Zealand. Our quality and reliable products, efficient manufacturing processes along with our unparalleled service and support are what sets us apart.

DescriptionLike you, we’re proudly building New Zealand! It’s something we are proud to have been a trusted part of, for over 90 years. GIB® Plasterboard is the number one choice by customers in New Zealand. Our quality and reliable products, efficient manufacturing processes along with our unparalleled service and support are what sets us apart.The roleResponsibilitiesReporting to the Production Shift Team Lead, this role will see you responsible for the processes involved in the manufacture of GIB® plasterboard. Daily responsibilities will range across:

• Routine checks of plant operations and controlling semi-automated equipment via computers
• Process control, monitoring the chemical and physical aspects of board production
• Replenishing additive lines and operating machines as required to ensure continuous production
• Quality assurance duties and actively reporting issues or faults
• Technical problem solving, and the ability to manage multiple production demands simultaneously.

About YouTo be successful in this role, you will have demonstrable mechanical and / or technical skills, and an interest in computer-controlled equipment. Good written and verbal communication skills are essential, as well as an aptitude for numerical calculations. Forklift experience will help provide a great start to the role. Motivated applicants who have mechanical or process engineering qualifications / experience would also be highly regarded. In addition to this, you will be:

• Physically fit with the ability to safely carry out manual handling tasks as required
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously within a team
• Able to prioritise, meet deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy
• A commitment to safe work practices and a belief that all injuries are preventable
• Mechanically/technically minded - in which we go through a test during the interview process

RoleThe successful candidate will work on an alternating shift pattern between morning and night shifts. The pattern after your initial training period is 2 day shifts (7 am - 7 pm), then 2 night shifts (7 pm - 7 am), followed by 4 days off. The role also includes:

• Great employee benefits including staff discounts on a wide range of services, a supportive employee assistance programme and regular health monitoring
• Competitive salary and a safety-focused workplace culture
• Performance driven rewards
• A supportive team environment in a long-standing, stable company.

The opportunityIf you would like to join a second-to-none culture in a multi-award winning, iconic Kiwi business.