Machine Operator
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Machine Operator
We’re partnering with a well-established NZ manufacturer to recruit a Machine Operator for their Ashburton team, producing plastic packaging for the food industry.
This is a hands-on, technical role where you’ll be right in the mix - supporting production, improving processes, and helping ensure everything runs efficiently day to day.
About the Role
Working as part of a close-knit production team, you’ll be responsible for setting, maintaining, and optimising machinery, while ensuring quality and safety standards are consistently met.
This is a busy, practical role where you’ll be involved in:
You’ll enjoy being hands-on, take pride in your work, and be someone who can stay organised and focused in a fast-paced environment.
You’ll bring:
‘Apply now’ applications will be processed as they are received
We’re partnering with a well-established NZ manufacturer to recruit a Machine Operator for their Ashburton team, producing plastic packaging for the food industry.
This is a hands-on, technical role where you’ll be right in the mix - supporting production, improving processes, and helping ensure everything runs efficiently day to day.
About the Role
Working as part of a close-knit production team, you’ll be responsible for setting, maintaining, and optimising machinery, while ensuring quality and safety standards are consistently met.
This is a busy, practical role where you’ll be involved in:
- Setting and optimising plastics processing machinery
- Carrying out mould and tool changes, including full line changeovers
- Monitoring and adjusting production to maximise efficiency and quality
- Troubleshooting faults and minimising downtime
- Completing routine maintenance and supporting plant performance
- Working closely with production, maintenance, and quality teams
- Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and cleanliness
You’ll enjoy being hands-on, take pride in your work, and be someone who can stay organised and focused in a fast-paced environment.
You’ll bring:
- Experience in manufacturing or plastics processing (preferred but not essential)
- Experience with mould/tool changes and production line changeover
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
- Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to manage changing priorities and work as part of a team
- Reliable and willing to get stuck in
- Proactive and keen to learn
- Adaptable in a changing production environment
- A team player with a practical, can-do mindset
- Monday - Friday, 7.30am – 4.30pm
- Full-time (40 hours per week), with overtime available
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- A clean, modern manufacturing environment
- Supportive team and strong culture
- Long-term career opportunity with a growing business
‘Apply now’ applications will be processed as they are received
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Machine Operator role?
Enterprise is hiring for the Machine Operator position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Machine Operator job located?
The Machine Operator role with Enterprise is based in Ashburton, NZ.
What does the Machine Operator role pay?
Enterprise lists the Machine Operator role at NZD 30–35 per hour.
Is the Machine Operator role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Enterprise.
What experience level is the Machine Operator role?
The Machine Operator position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Machine Operator role at Enterprise?
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