Production Technician

Hynds; Winton; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (eligibility applies)

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Discounts through company partners

Ongoing training and development

Career progression within a NZ-owned/:

Supportive team environment where ppl.

Safety, wellbeing, quality and innovat

Job summary

Hynds in Winton, New Zealand, is seeking a Production Technician to contribute to the manufacturing of concrete and precast products. You will work across mould preparation, reinforcement assembly, finishing, and quality assurance in a hands-on, safety-focused environment.

Join a supportive team committed to high-quality output and continuous improvement while meeting production targets and maintaining a safe workplace.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in concrete or precast environments.
• Ability to read plans or technical drawings.
• Strong commitment to health and safety and working in a team.
• Able to lift up to 25kg and perform manual handling as required.
• Licence: Class 1 with F endorsement (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Set up and assemble moulds and formwork to specifications.
• Read and interpret plans and drawings.
• Place reinforcement cages and concrete into moulds.
• Carry out concrete finishing, stripping, cleaning, and product preparation.
• Operate production equipment and machinery.
• Maintain quality standards and document quality activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organised work environment.
• Support production targets with the wider team.

Skills

Concrete experience

Plans/drawings reading

Health and safety mindset

Team player

Licence: Class 1 & F endorsement

Gantry crane experience

Tools

Gantry crane

Job description

At Hynds, we're committed to delivering industry-leading water and infrastructure solutions while creating a workplace where people matter. We're looking for a motivated and reliable Production Technician to join our Winton manufacturing team.

If you're hands‑on, safety-focused, and enjoy working as part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Production Technician, you'll play a key role in safely manufacturing high-quality concrete and precast products. You'll work across various production areas, contributing to mould preparation, reinforcement assembly, concrete placement, finishing, and quality assurance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and assemble moulds and formwork to specifications
• Read and interpret plans and drawings
• Place reinforcement cages and concrete into moulds
• Carry out concrete finishing, stripping, cleaning, and product preparation
• Operate production equipment and machinery
• Maintain high quality standards and complete quality documentation
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organised work environment
• Support production targets while working collaboratively with the wider team

What You'll Bring

• Experience in concrete, precast, carpentry, steel fixing, manufacturing, or a similar hands‑on environment
• Ability to read and interpret plans or technical drawings
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Reliable work ethic and positive attitudeAbility to work effectively within a team
• Class 1 licence and F endorsement (or willingness to obtain)
• Gantry crane experience or ticket advantageous
• Physical capability to perform manual handling tasks and lift up to 25kg

Why Join Hynds?

At Hynds, we're committed to developing our people and creating an environment where individuals can make a genuine impact.

• Health insurance (eligibility applies)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts through company partners
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a successful New Zealand-owned business
• Supportive team environment where people matter
• A strong focus on safety, wellbeing, quality, and innovation

Pre-Employment Checks

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre‑employment medical, drug and alcohol screening, and criminal history check. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.