Production Operator - Penrose, Auckland

Csr; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave (14 weeks)

Employee assistance program

On-the-job learning and development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

CSR's Interior Systems team in Penrose, Auckland, is seeking a hands-on Production Operator to help manufacture products to high quality standards while working safely.

You will follow production orders, operate equipment after training, and support both production and warehouse tasks. This is a full‑time, Monday–Friday role with standard daytime hours and opportunities for learning and career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production, warehousing, or a similar hands-on environment.
• Ability to read and follow production orders, measurements, specifications and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment and processes.
• Proactive approach to workplace safety.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely complete daily production activities in line with customer orders and production schedules.
• Measure, cut, assemble, cap, finish, quality-check, and package products.
• Operate production equipment including saws and guillotines after training and authorization.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the manufacturing process.
• Complete production documentation and material usage records accurately.
• Report equipment faults, safety concerns, material shortages, or production delays.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and support warehouse operations.
• Participate in cross-training to develop skills across multiple production processes.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Forklift licence

Tools

Saws

Guillotines

Job description

About this role

We're looking for a hands-on, safety-focused Production Operator to join our Interior Systems team in Penrose. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, take pride in producing quality work, and are committed to working safely every day, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Production Operator, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day production of customer orders, ensuring products are manufactured accurately, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You'll work closely with the DC Supervisor, Production Supervisor, and wider team to support both production and warehouse operations.

Work hours: Monday to Friday, 7am to 330pm

Key Responsibilities

• Safely complete daily production activities in line with customer orders and production schedules.
• Measure, cut, assemble, cap, finish, quality-check, and package products.
• Operate production equipment, including saws and guillotines, once trained and authorised.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the manufacturing process.
• Complete production documentation and material usage records accurately.
• Report equipment faults, safety concerns, material shortages, or production delays.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and support efficient warehouse operations.
• Participate in cross-training to develop skills across multiple production processes.

What You'll Bring

• Experience in manufacturing, production, warehousing, or a similar hands-on environment - essential
• Ability to read and follow production orders, measurements, specifications, and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment and processes.
• A proactive approach to workplace safety.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliability, accountability, and a positive attitude.
• Forklift licence preferred, but not essential.

What Sets You Apart

You are a reliable and motivated operator who leads by example. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working as part of a team, and are committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Most importantly, you're ready to grow—technically and professionally.

What we offer

We strive to support your professional and personal growth. Here are some of the perks you'll enjoy as part of the CSR team:

• Supportive and collaborative culturethat fosters innovation and inclusion. You'll be surrounded by talented colleagues who are passionate about their work and committed to helping each other succeed.
• Care and wellbeing offerincludes up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave, and access to an employee assistance program.
• Rewarding careerwith on-the-job learning, development, and upskilling opportunities within and across our brands

At CSR, we're building a better future together.

We are a team of 2,600 people across Australia and New Zealand, and we are all collaborating every single day towards a shared purpose - 'Building solutions for a better future'. As a leading Australian Manufacturing business, we're at the forefront of developing innovative, sustainable, and high performing building products and systems.

At CSR, we put people first. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, supportive, and inclusive working environment that enables everyone to feel valued, grow and truly thrive. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for everyone and welcoming people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, abilities, and life stage.

To find out more about us, visit www.csr.com.au

We have a strong commitment to workplace health and safety and the wellbeing of our people. Successful candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening and a background check.