Machine Operator - Aluminium Extrusions

Looking for steady work, early finishes and a team that values hard work?

We're looking for an Extrusion Operator to join our Hamilton team on a permanent, full-time basis. You'll operate aluminium extrusion machinery, monitor product quality, and help keep production running safely and efficiently. Monday-Friday 6.30am to 2.30pm.

What you'll be doing

• Operating and monitoring extrusion machinery
• Carrying out quality checks and basic machine adjustments
• Loading raw materials and monitoring production runs
• Completing routine machine cleaning and maintenance
• Following health and safety procedures at all times

Requirements

• Experience operating manufacturing, production, extrusion or similar machinery
• Ability to read and follow production specifications and work instructions
• Experience carrying out machine set-up, adjustments and basic troubleshooting
• Strong focus on quality and attention to detail
• Forklift licence and experience advantageous
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 25kg
• Reliable with good attendance and a strong work ethic
• A valid work visa or the right to work in New Zealand
• Able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test

What's in it for you

• Permanent full-time role with guaranteed hours and weekly pay
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Flat team structure with approachable, supportive leaders
• Long-term stability with a trusted Australasian brand

About Vulcan

Founded in 1995, Vulcan is Australasia's highest performing metals distributor and processor, delivering solutions that enable excellence. With 69 sites and ~1300 employees across New Zealand and Australia, our sustained growth can be attributed to our superior service and dedication to continuous improvement across every facet of our business – and this always starts with people.

Sound like you?

Hands-on, reliable, and ready to work? Apply now!