Senior Technician - Machine Operator

The Comfort Group - Asia Pacific; Ohinewai; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bedding manufacturer is seeking motivated individuals for their new manufacturing site in Ohinewai. This role offers a chance to shape processes in a team-first environment while ensuring safety. Ideal candidates will be dedicated, team players, and willing to learn. Competitive hourly wages are available, with a Monday to Friday shift.

Qualifications

• Reliable and dependable attitude.
• Ability to communicate and work as part of a team.
• Eager to develop new skills and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experienced colleagues in a team-first environment.
• Shape processes and contribute to building a strong team.
• Ensure a safe work environment by prioritizing safety.

Skills

Hard Work and Dedication

Team Players

Willingness to Learn

Safety-Conscious

Job description

Overview

Who We Are Sleepyhead and Dunlop Foams are part of The Comfort Group, Australasia’s largest bedding and foam manufacturer, operating across seven factories nationally in New Zealand and internationally in Australia.

We are a family-owned business, employing over 1,000 people across both countries. With family values, we’re a company that cares immensely about our people. They’re part of the family, essential to our success and some have even worked with us for over 50 years!

As a leading supplier of industrial and consumer foams, our products are used for diverse needs, including bedding, furniture, healthcare, sports, packaging, transport, cleaning, and custom made to order. 100% Kiwi owned and operated; we provide local jobs and invest in the local community.

Did you know? Our Dunlop Foams products are 100% recyclable. We cleverly reuse all captured waste used to manufacture other products, such as carpet underlay.

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and get involved in something big from the very start? We have built a new, state-of-the-art greenfield manufacturing site in the north Waikato, and we’re looking for hardworking, motivated individuals to help us be the best we can — and build your career along the way!

Why This Opportunity Is Different

• Get In at Ground Level: This is your chance to be part of something exciting from the beginning. As a new site, you’ll have the opportunity to shape processes, contribute to building a strong team, and grow your career in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Career Growth: We’re committed to promoting from within. As the site grows, so will you. Whether you’re interested in leadership roles, specialised technical skills, or new training opportunities, we’re here to support your career development every step of the way.
• Work in a Dynamic, Growing Team: This is a team-first environment. You’ll collaborate with experienced colleagues who are just as eager as you are to succeed. Together, we’ll create a workplace built on respect, hard work, mutual support and collaborative success.
• New Equipment, New Facilities: Work with cutting-edge machinery and in modern, well-maintained facilities. From day one, you’ll have access to the tools you need to help you do your job safely and efficiently.

What We’re Looking For

• Hard Work and Dedication: You don’t need decades of experience—just the right attitude. If you’re reliable, dependable, and have a strong work ethic, you’ll fit right in.
• Team Players: We want people who enjoy collaborating, solving problems, and getting things done together. Your ability to communicate and work as part of a team is essential.
• Willingness to Learn: No matter your background, we’ll provide the training you need to grow. We’re looking for individuals who are eager to develop new skills and take on new challenges.
• Safety-Conscious: We’re committed to maintaining a safe work environment for all our team members. Safety is a top priority, and we’re looking for individuals who share this commitment.

Get Started Now

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today to join a growing, dynamic team at the ground level. Together, we’ll build something amazing—and we want you to be part of it!

• Location: Ohinewai, North Waikato
• Shift: 6:00am – 2:30pm Monday to Friday
• Compensation: Competitive hourly wage

Don’t miss out on this exciting chance to make your mark and grow with us. Apply today!