Production Team Member

MSD Malaysia; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Malaysia is seeking a Production Team Member in Hamilton, New Zealand. You will join a manufacturing team focused on automation and sensing technology, ensure quality through assembly and testing, and support production planning and EHS compliance.

The role offers development opportunities within a growing sector and involves material receipt, dispatch, and inventory tasks. We value teamwork, continuous improvement, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• Secondary-level education completed.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement knowledge is a plus.
• SAP experience is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and proactive problem solving.
• Current driver’s licence required.
• F endorsement and OSH certificate would be an advantage.
• Team-based attitude and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assemble our company products within expected quality parameters.
• Carry out testing to ensure quality standards are met.
• Provide peer training and support, including managing tasks to meet the production plan.
• Receive materials against quality control inspection standards and dispatch finished goods and spares as required.
• Support accurate inventory cycle counts, stock counts, and stock movements.
• Maintain all documentation in accordance with company and relevant quality standards.
• Identify, document, assess, and control hazards and environmental aspects per EHS procedures.
• Ensure compliance with legal and other requirements.
• Assist in developing EHS objectives, targets, and performance indicators.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive problem solving

Driver's licence

Team-based attitude

OSH certificate (advantage)

Lean Manufacturing awareness

SAP experience (advantage)

Education

Secondary level education

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description Production Team Member Permanent, full-time role with competitive remuneration and benefits Location: Hamilton, New Zealand Career growth: Expand your expertise in a growing, successful industry Professional development: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic, evolving role As a Production Team Member, you will be part of the Manufacturing team focused on delivering automation and sensing technology within New Zealand and internationally. This team plays a key role in ensuring customer commitments are met through the delivery of high-quality products and efficient production support. In this role, you will assemble our company products within expected quality parameters, carry out testing to ensure quality standards are met, and support the management of production tasks to meet the production plan. You will also assist with material receipting, dispatch of finished goods and spares, inventory counts, and peer training and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble our company products within expected quality parameters
• Carry out testing to ensure quality standards are met
• Provide peer training and support, including managing tasks to meet the production plan
• Receive materials against quality control inspection standards and dispatch finished goods and spares as required
• Support accurate inventory cycle counts, stock counts, and stock movements
• Maintain all documentation in accordance with company and relevant quality standards
• Environmental Health and Safety Identify, document, assess, and control hazards and environmental aspects in your area in accordance with EHS procedures
• Ensure compliance with legal and other requirements
• Assist in the development of EHS objectives, targets, and performance indicators, and support EHS improvement projects
• Ensure employees receive the EHS information, instruction, training, and supervision needed to work safely and without significant risk to health or the environment
• Compile EHS reports as required by senior management, regulatory authorities, and others
• Identify and record EHS monitoring requirements and implement appropriate monitoring
• Ensure scheduled audits and inspections are completed and necessary corrective actions are developed and closed out

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Secondary level education
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement would be an advantage
• Computer literate, with SAP experience an advantage
• Strong communication skills
• Proactive approach to challenges and problem solving
• Current driver’s licence
• F endorsement and OSH certificate would be an advantage
• Positive, team-based attitude

What You Can Expect

Join a supportive and collaborative manufacturing team where your contribution will be valued

Build your skills and grow your career in a role with real development opportunities

Gain hands‑on exposure to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices

Be part of a workplace that values safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing talented and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: No relocation

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable

Shift: Not Indicated

Valid Driving License: No

Hazardous Material(s): N/A

Job Posting End Date: 09/7/2026

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.