
Machine Operator
Job Description
Machine Operators Wanted
📍 Christchurch (Multiple Sites) | 🕒 Varied Shifts – Days, Afternoons, Nights, 8–12hr Shifts
Are you hands‑on, mechanically minded, and keen to grow your skills in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment? We’re looking for reliable Machine Operators to join leading manufacturing teams across Christchurch.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operating and monitoring manufacturing machinery
- Setting up machines and performing basic troubleshooting
- Quality checking finished products
- Packing, stacking, and keeping production lines running smoothly
- Working safely and supporting your team on the floor
- Shifts Available
Depending on the site, shifts may include
- 8‑hour day, afternoon, or night shifts
- 10-hour morning or afternoon shifts
- 12‑hour day shifts
- Rotating rosters or Monday–Friday schedules
- There’s something to suit a wide range of lifestyles.
- We’re Looking For
- Mechanically minded individuals with good attention to detail
- Reliability and a strong work ethic
- Experience in machine operation is a bonus — but training is provided
- Previous experience with timber, plastic, rubber or dairy industry is an advantage.
- What You’ll Get
Steady, ongoing work with reputable manufacturing companies
Training and development opportunities
Supportive, safety‑focused environments
Weekly pay and consistent hours
If you enjoy hands‑on work, staying busy, and being part of a great production team, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply today and step into a role with stability and growth
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