Quality Tester

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Whakatane Mill Limited is seeking a Quality Tester to collect and analyse paperboard and process samples, calibrate equipment, and support investigations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires accurate reporting and the ability to work independently or in a team on a 12-hour rotating shift.

Successful applicants will have a formal science-related qualification and prior experience in laboratory or quality assurance testing.

Qualifications

• Requires a formal science-related qualification and experience in laboratory or quality assurance testing.
• Must report results accurately and adapt to shift work.
• Physically fit to stand and walk for 12 hours.
• Able to work autonomously or in a team as required.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and analysing paperboard and process samples
• Reporting results
• Calibrating equipment
• Supporting claims investigations
• Conducting physical testing
• Collating and reporting results
• Assisting with departmental product and process development activities

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Teamwork

Reporting accuracy

Education

Science-related qualification

Job description

Our team of Quality Testers work in a fast-paced heavy industry manufacturing environment. The role involves collecting and analysing paperboard and process samples, reporting results, calibrating equipment, and supporting claims investigations. The position works closely with paper machine operations, requiring you to help maintain machine uptime as needed. This position is part of the WML Collective Employment Agreement and follows a 12-hour rotating shift roster.

Key responsibilities

Collecting and analysing paperboard and process samples

Reporting results

Calibrating equipment

Supporting claims investigations

Conducting physical testing

Collating and reporting results

Assisting with departmental product and process development activities

About you

Demonstrates a strong work ethic and commitment to quality

Thrives in a fast-paced environment

Self-motivated, capable of working independently and without supervision

Accurate reporting required

Able to work autonomously or in a team as required

Maintains a high level of integrity

Skilled in collating and analysing information

Willingness to adapt to changing environment and learn new skills as required

Physically fit, able to stand and walk for most of a 12-hour shift

Holds a formal qualification in a science-related or similar field

Has prior experience in laboratory or quality assurance testing

About us

Whakatane Mill Limited continues as one of the Whakatane District's largest employers manufacturing folding boxboard for a global packaging market. Located in the ultimate outdoor destination, with ocean, lakes, rivers, bush and the related activities all within a stone's throw, what better place to gain some work-life balance? Working with us means enjoying a great remuneration and benefits package, and an awesome team of people to work with.

Successful applicants are required to undergo checks including a pre-employment medical and drug test, prior to any offer of employment. Whakatane Mill Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.