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Machine Operators
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
New Zealand
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
5 October 2026
What they need
We are currently seeking reliable and motivated Machine Operators for a range of manufacturing roles across Canterbury. We have opportunities available with multiple clients and manufacturing sites, offering the chance to work with a variety of machinery and production processes.
Whether you have experience operating CNC machinery or other industrial equipment, we want to hear from you.
What’s on offer?
- Day and night shift opportunities
- Full-time hours with potential for ongoing work
- Competitive pay rates - ranging from $26-$34 per hour
- Opportunities across a variety of manufacturing environments
- Training provided where required
- Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities
- Supportive teams and modern manufacturing facilities
**About the opportunities
Depending on the site and position, your duties may include**:
- Operating and monitoring production machinery
- CNC machine operation eg press brake, laser
- Operating a variety of tools and and industrial machinery
- Loading and unloading materials
- General factory tasks
- Quality checking finished products
- Following production and safety procedures
- Keeping work areas clean and organised
- Working as part of a team to meet production targets
What we’re looking for Ideally, you will have:
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, production or machine operating environment
- A good mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
- Strong health and safety awareness
- Good attention to detail
- Reliability and a strong work ethic
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to work day or night shift
If you're looking for your next opportunity in manufacturing and machine operation across Canterbury, we have a range of roles available and would love to hear from you.
The Process: Be a part of this growing team by applying today with a cover letter and CV or by contacting us on 0800226732 for more information.
Please note candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand at time of application to be considered for this role. Candidates not in New Zealand will not be considered. A Pre-Employment Drug Test may be required.
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