Plastic Technician

Join a leading plastics manufacturer as a skilled Plastic Technician and Plant Operator, ensuring efficient, high-quality production in Northland.

Position :

Plastic Technician and Plant Operator

Location : Kerikeri, Northland

Type : Full-time, Permanent

Pay Range :

• to $35 per hour

Days :

Monday to Friday (with occasional weekend work if required)

Hours :

Guaranteed at least 30 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

Operating manufacturing equipment such as resin blenders, extruders, palletisers, dryers, and grinding mills

Running rotational moulding ovens and associated machinery

Welding and fabricating with PE extruder welders, PE sheet butt welders, and PE pipe welders

Handling raw materials and recording daily production outputs

Tracking material and finished goods through chain of custody

Conducting trimming, assembly, and quality checks on finished goods

Performing routine cleaning, maintenance, and operator checks on machinery

Identifying and resolving faults, and assisting the maintenance team where required

Adhering to all safety, quality, and environmental standards

Qualifications

Minimum of three years' relevant experience in plastics manufacturing, plant operations, or a similar industrial environment

Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and take ownership of production outcomes

Solid problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude to maintenance and process improvements

Physically fit and able to lift up to 25kg

Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

Must have a clean police record with no charges pending

To Apply

Recruit NZ, part of People Inc, specialises in recruitment for small to medium local NZ businesses and has been New Zealand's premier recruitment agency since

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV and cover letter, highlighting your relevant experience and why you'd like to join this leading New Zealand manufacturer.

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