Production Technician

Hynds Pipe Systems Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hynds Pipe Systems Limited in Christchurch is seeking a hands-on Production Technician to join our manufacturing team. You’ll work across the full production process—from mould setup and reinforcement assembly through concrete casting, finishing, and product stripping.

You’ll read drawings, maintain quality standards, and follow safety practices. A Class 1 forklift licence with F endorsement is required (OSH), gantry crane is a plus, and a team-first attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year's experience in concrete, precast, carpentry, steel fixing, or automated production.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.
• A solid understanding of quality standards and safe working practices.
• Class 1 licence with F (OSH forklift) endorsement, or the ability to obtain one.
• Gantry crane ticket (3800) is an advantage.
• A team-first attitude — reliable, flexible, and respectful.

Responsibilities

• Set up and assemble formwork and moulds to drawing specifications
• Place reinforcement cages and pour concrete to spec
• Strip, ramp, and mark finished product to production standards
• Maintain quality control and complete QC documentation accurately
• Keep your work area clean and organised using 5S principles
• Contribute to pre-start meetings, toolbox talks, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Reading plans

Quality standards

Forklift license

Gantry crane

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Hynds is a New Zealand industry leader in the manufacture of precast concrete products. We're looking for a hands‑on Production Technician to join our team in Christchurch — someone who takes pride in their work, cares about quality, and wants to be part of a crew that has each other's backs.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are exactly the same. You'll work across different areas of our production facility, contributing to the full manufacturing process — from mould setup and reinforcement assembly through to concrete casting, finishing, and product stripping. Specifically, you can expect to:

• Set up and assemble formwork and moulds to drawing specifications
• Place reinforcement cages and pour concrete to spec
• Strip, ramp, and mark finished product to production standards
• Maintain quality control and complete QC documentation accurately
• Keep your work area clean and organised using 5S principles
• Contribute to pre-start meetings, toolbox talks, and continuous improvement initiatives

What You'll Bring

• At least 1 year's experience in concrete, precast, carpentry, steel fixing, or automated production
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings
• A solid understanding of quality standards and safe working practices
• Class 1 licence with F (OSH forklift) endorsement, or the ability to obtain one
• Gantry crane ticket (3800) is an advantage
• A team-first attitude — reliable, flexible, and respectful

Why Hynds?

At Hynds, people genuinely matter. We invest in our team's development, maintain a strong safety culture, and foster an environment where everyone's contribution counts. You'll be joining a tight‑knit crew where showing up, doing great work, and heading home safe are the things we care about most.