Production Operator

Ecolab, Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable full-time role

Early finish Fridays

Supportive team environment

Skill development opportunities

Global organisation focused on safety

Job summary

Ecolab in Hamilton is seeking two reliable Production Operators to join our manufacturing team. You will help pack, weigh, label and document production, ensuring safety and quality throughout the shift, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

You will operate filling and weighing equipment, conduct TPM and 5S tasks, maintain housekeeping, and work closely with Production and Quality teams to meet targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, production or processing environment.
• Current forklift licence.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow work instructions and safe operating procedures.
• Reliable attendance and a positive, team‑oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate filling and weighing equipment.
• Pack products into correct containers and verify weight accuracy.
• Label finished products ready for dispatch.
• Complete production documentation and records.
• Conduct TPM checks and support 5S activities.
• Maintain quality, safety and housekeeping standards.
• Work closely with Production and Quality teams to meet operational targets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team‑oriented attitude

Communication skills

Reliability

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift licence

Production systems / HMIs

Job description

At Ecolab, what we do matters. Every day, our products and services help businesses create cleaner, safer and healthier environments. We're currently looking for two reliable and safety-focused Production Operators to join our manufacturing team in Hamilton.

If you're an experienced production operator with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality, we'd love to hear from you.

What's in it for you?

• Stable, full-time role with consistent hours
• Early finish every Friday
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to develop manufacturing and production skills
• Work for a respected global organisation committed to safety and continuous improvement

Hours of Work

Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 5:30pm

Friday: 8:00am - 12:00pm

About The Role

You will initially join the team as a Production Operator, ensuring products are packed accurately, safely and efficiently. As your experience builds, we will support your growth with additional responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Operating filling and weighing equipment
• Packing products into the correct containers and verifying weight accuracy
• Labelling finished products ready for dispatch
• Completing production documentation and records
• Conducting TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) checks and supporting 5S activities
• Maintaining quality, safety and housekeeping standards
• Working closely with Production and Quality teams to meet operational targets

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production or processing environment
• A current forklift licence
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• The ability to follow work instructions and safe operating procedures
• Reliable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude
• Basic computer skills and confidence using production systems or HMIs
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to work

Highly Regarded

• Experience operating filling, packing or weighing equipment
• Exposure to TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
• Knowledge of 5S and continuous improvement practices

Why Ecolab?

Ecolab is a trusted global partner to customers across food, hospitality, healthcare, industrial and manufacturing sectors. We invest in our people and foster a workplace culture built on safety, respect, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.