Machine Operator - All Shifts - Expression of Interest

We're looking for reliable & enthusiastic team members to join us as Machine Operators at our Papakura manufacturing plant in South Auckland!

Are you mechanically minded with a passion for manufacturing?

Want to join an iconic kiwi company who is committed to growing you?

Looking for a hands-on job where you can put your great attention to detail to use?

Here at Griffin’s Snacks, we’re proud of our heritage and are New Zealand’s largest snack food company, producing many iconic and much-loved kiwi brands, including Griffin’s biscuits, Huntley & Palmers crackers, Nice & Natural bars, and ETA potato chips.

Our iconic manufacturing plant in Papakura, South Auckland, produces our delicious biscuits and crackers, operating 24 hours/5 days a week. To keep our plant running smoothly, we have a big team filled with amazing people working across a range of shifts, and we're often looking for production superstars to join this team, helping us create happy snacking moments!

We're recruiting for team members to join us in permanent roles on the following shift;

Morning Shift 12.05am – 8.05am

Day Shift 7.55am – 4.25pm

Night Shift 4.15pm - 12.15am

This is a full-time role on fixed shifts Monday to Friday, based at our Papakura plant

What will you be responsible for in this role?

Operating high speed FMCG manufacturing machinery (including machine set up, changeover, cleaning and troubleshooting)

Accurately completing and writing up quality checks and production calculations

Ensuring all Health, Safety & Environmental procedures are understood and followed at all times

What will you bring to the role?

Proven experience working in a Manufacturing or Production environment for at least 1 year, preferably FMCG

Technically savvy; confident in using computers and other technology

Good mechanical aptitude with skills in machine set-up, operation and troubleshooting

Strong communications skills both written and verbal

Physical fitness: ability to lift heavy product is required for this role (up to 25kgs approx),  and work at heights

Benefits:

Opportunity to work for a global FMCG company

Free onsite car park & discounted staff canteen

Career growth opportunities

Discounted staff shop product

We're committed to growing together, thinking responsibly and acting entrepreneurially, and you can expect a supportive working environment where you'll feel engaged and valued, with a focus on safety and wellness to make your workplace more enjoyable!

If you have the experience we are looking for and you’re keen to be part of an internationally owned but locally operated company, creating happy snacking moments every day, please APPLY NOW!

Note: We're currently collecting Expressions of Interest for future opportunities. Let us know your preferred shift, and we'll be in touch if a suitable position becomes available.