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Manufacturing jobs in New Zealand.

61 open roles, 24 posted this week, most paying $53k to $62k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • ManufacturingYesterday

    General Engineering Apprenticeship (Internal)

    ATNZ · 11-50 employees

    An organization providing mechanical building services apprenticeships.

    Whenuapai, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeInternshipNo experience needed

    Learning engineering skills · Completing apprenticeship · Supporting workplace tasks

    This position has been filled; no public applications accepted.

  • Manufacturing1 day ago

    Brewing Team Leader

    Asahi Beverages New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

    A beverage company crafting iconic brands and committed to quality and innovation.

    Papakura, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading brewing team · Managing rosters · Solving operational issues

    1+ yr1-2 years leading teams in brewing, FMCG, food or beverage manufacturing; strong people management, problem-solving, safety commitment; Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency; SAP beneficial.

  • ManufacturingYesterday

    Bottle Swap Plant Operator

    Elgas Limited · 5001+ employees

    A gases company providing technical and medical gas products and services.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Operating plant equipment · Meeting production targets · Maintaining quality standards

    Strong commitment to health and safety, reliable work ethic, teamwork, communication skills, attention to detail, willingness to learn, physical fitness and strength.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Laboratory Technician / Plant Operator

    Firth · 5001+ employees

    A plumbing and bathroom products retailer serving trade customers, businesses, and homeowners across New Zealand.

    Wanaka, Otago+1 more
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Testing materials · Batching concrete · Monitoring equipment

    Experience in laboratory testing, quality control, manufacturing, construction, civil, quarry, or production environments; strong attention to detail; computer, literacy and numeracy skills; focus on health and safety; practical hands-on approach.

    Parental leaveStudy support
  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    CNC Machinist - Christchurch

    Dawn Aerospace · 51-200 employees

    A space transportation company building satellite propulsion systems and a spaceplane.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Programming CNC machines · Machining components · Improving processes

    5+ yrs5+ years CNC machining experience; proven programming, setup, and operation; strong GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation; precision inspection skills; problem-solving and communication; experience with Fusion 360, TopSolid, or SolidCAM preferred.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    L5b Operator - Packing (26824)

    Fonterra · 5001+ employees

    An Aotearoa New Zealand dairy co-operative owned by farming families, realizing the full potential of New Zealand dairy nutrition.

    New Zealand
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Operating packing equipment · Packing products · Maintaining quality

    No specific requirements stated.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    L4 Process Assistant (26820)

    Fonterra · 5001+ employees

    An Aotearoa New Zealand dairy co-operative owned by farming families, realizing the full potential of New Zealand dairy nutrition.

    New Zealand
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Supporting manufacturing processes · Operating equipment · Maintaining quality

    No specific requirements stated.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Technical Team Leader

    Mr Apple · 1001-5000 employees

    A vertically integrated apple grower producing apples and supporting agricultural operations in New Zealand.

    Whakatu, Hawke's Bay
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid levelManages people

    Operating sizer systems · Managing production flow · Coordinating maintenance

    Experience in packhouse, manufacturing, production or technical operations; strong communication, computer skills, attention to detail, health and safety commitment; must work night shift and support peak season.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Technical Team Leader

    Mr Apple · 1001-5000 employees

    A vertically integrated apple grower producing apples and supporting agricultural operations in New Zealand.

    Whakatu, Hawke's Bay
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading technical team · Overseeing operations · Managing maintenance

    No explicit requirements stated.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Fixed-Term Packing Operator - Night Shift

    Walter & Wild · 201-1000 employees

    A food manufacturing company producing cereal products.

    Māngere, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractEntry level

    Operating packing machinery · Following procedures · Lifting materials

    1+ yr1+ year packing experience in manufacturing; ability to lift 25kg; good literacy and numeracy; attention to detail; forklift/reach license preferred; mixing experience ideal.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Process Operator II

    Thermo Fisher Scientific · 5001+ employees

    A global leader in serving science, enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Operating production equipment · Performing filtration tasks · Documenting batch records

    Science qualification preferred; cGMP or lab experience preferred; mechanical proficiency; ability to lift 20kg; work in cleanroom with PPE; flexible hours; rotating afternoon and night shifts.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveStudy support
  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Light Fabrication Apprenticeship (Palmerston North)

    ATNZ · 11-50 employees

    An organization providing mechanical building services apprenticeships.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $41k-$52k a yearOnsiteFull timeInternshipNo experience needed

    Learning fabrication · Working with metals · Earning while learning

    Committed to 3-4 years of study while working full time; interest in fabrication or working with metals; restricted or full driver's licence; right to permanently live and work in New Zealand.

    Study support
  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Production Technician

    Hynds Group · 201-1000 employees

    A family-owned New Zealand supplier of water and water-based waste management products for civil and rural infrastructure.

    Pokeno, Waikato
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Producing products · Maintaining equipment · Ensuring quality

    Legal right to work in NZ; pass pre-employment medical, alcohol and drug screen, and criminal history check.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    CNC Machinist

    IMG · 51-200 employees

    A manufacturing company specializing in precision machining and component repair.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Operating CNC machines · Reading engineering drawings · Performing quality inspections

    3+ yrsTrade qualification in mechanical engineering or machining; 3+ years CNC machining experience; proven Fanuc programming and operation; ability to read engineering drawings; strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Experienced Jumbo Operator

    OceanaGold · 1001-5000 employees

    A mid-tier gold and copper producer committed to safe, responsible mining and sustainable development.

    Macraes, Otago
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Operating jumbo drills · Installing ground support · Mentoring trainee operators

    10+ yrs10+ years underground mining experience (5 on jumbo preferred), proven Sandvik jumbo drill operation, competence in bolt/mesh installation and boring headings, current full driver's license, current First Aid certificate.

    Study support
  • Manufacturing5 days ago

    Roastery Assistant - Underground

    Allpress Espresso · 201-1000 employees

    A coffee roastery that roasts, bags, and delivers fresh coffee across New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Packing orders · Supporting production · Maintaining quality

    Full clean driver's licence required; physically fit with ability to lift up to 20kg; strong attention to detail and organizational skills; warehouse/production experience preferred but not essential; forklift certification advantageous.

    Parental leave
  • Manufacturing5 days ago

    General Engineering Apprenticeship

    ATNZ · 11-50 employees

    An organization providing mechanical building services apprenticeships.

    Waiuku, Auckland
    $41k-$52k a yearOnsiteFull timeInternshipNo experience needed

    Fitting and assembly · Machine shop work · Service and repair

    No qualifications required; must be 16+ with right to live and work in New Zealand; restricted or full driver's licence; interest in mechanical engineering; commitment to 3-4 years study while working full time; pre-employment medical and drug testing.

    Study support
  • Manufacturing6 days ago

    Processing - Glass Processor - CHCH

    Viridian Glass · 51-200 employees

    A New Zealand glass supplier and manufacturer producing and installing made-to-order glass products.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Processing glass · Handling glass manually · Loading and unloading

    1+ yrMinimum 1 year machine operation or glass processing experience; physical fitness for manual handling; commitment to health and safety; pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening required.

  • Manufacturing6 days ago

    CNC Machinist - Christchurch

    Dawn Aerospace · 51-200 employees

    A space transportation company building satellite propulsion systems and a spaceplane.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    CNC programming · Machining components · Inspecting parts

    5+ yrs5+ years CNC machinist experience; strong CNC programming, setup, and machining; ability to read engineering drawings including GD&T; experience with precision measuring equipment; attention to detail and proactive problem-solving.

  • Manufacturing6 days ago

    L4 Junior Operator - Packing (26783)

    Fonterra · 5001+ employees

    An Aotearoa New Zealand dairy co-operative owned by farming families, realizing the full potential of New Zealand dairy nutrition.

    New Zealand
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Operating packing equipment · Supporting production · Maintaining quality

    No explicit requirements stated; entry-level junior operator role in packing.

  • Manufacturing6 days ago

    Production Team Leader

    Suntory System Technology Limited · 5001+ employees

    A beverage manufacturing company producing and distributing a portfolio of market-leading brands across Oceania.

    Manukau, Auckland
    $100k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading production team · Coaching operators · Driving continuous improvement

    Proven production leadership in manufacturing or FMCG; experience in food, beverage or consumer goods; strong people leadership; shift-based manufacturing experience; understanding of quality systems and continuous improvement; PLC experience preferred.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Manufacturing6 days ago

    Process Technician

    Watercare · 1001-5000 employees

    A water utility providing services and infrastructure for a growing city.

    Army Bay, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Monitoring plant processes · Collecting samples · Recording operational data

    National Certificate or Diploma in Wastewater Treatment or willingness to work towards it; relevant trade qualification or equivalent technical experience; computer and process control system familiarity; full driver's licence; on-call availability.

    Parental leave
  • Manufacturing6 days ago

    Process Technician

    Watercare · 1001-5000 employees

    A water utility providing services and infrastructure for a growing city.

    Army Bay, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Monitoring plant processes · Performing maintenance · Recording operational data

    National Certificate or Diploma in Wastewater Treatment or willingness to work towards it; relevant trade qualification or equivalent technical experience; computer and process control system familiarity; full driver's licence; on-call roster availability.

    Parental leave
  • Manufacturing6 days ago

    Dispatch Machine Operator

    Mighty Ape · 51-200 employees

    New Zealand's favourite destination for games, tech, toys and more.

    Auckland
    OnsiteContractMid level

    Operating dispatch machinery · Performing maintenance checks · Ensuring quality accuracy

    2+ yrsStock Picker training and experience, active Counterbalance forklift licence, Working at Heights and Harness certificates, proven machine operation experience, full availability for 10-week contract.

  • Manufacturing7 days ago

    Process Operator

    Watercare · 1001-5000 employees

    A water utility providing services and infrastructure for a growing city.

    Mangere, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Maintaining treatment processes · Monitoring plant data · Responding to alarms

    NCEA Level 2 or Sixth Form Certificate; experience in high-volume fluid processing or manufacturing; knowledge of wastewater treatment; experience with electronic process control systems; full clean New Zealand driver's licence; 12-hour rostered shifts including weekends.

    Parental leave
  • Manufacturing8 days ago

    Process Lead

    Synlait Milk · 201-1000 employees

    A purpose-led dairy manufacturer producing nutritional products through advanced milk processing.

    Dunsandel, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Operating process equipment · Optimizing process conditions · Coaching operators

    5+ yrs5 years process operations experience, ideally dairy; degree in engineering or food technology desirable; strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills; ability to coach and mentor.

    Parental leave
  • Manufacturing8 days ago

    Senior Supervisor Further Processing

    Alliance Group · 1001-5000 employees

    A food company operating processing plants and production systems.

    Invercargill, Southland
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Planning production · Managing workforce · Monitoring food safety

    Strong health and safety compliance knowledge, familiarity with MPI requirements, intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel), proven leadership experience, meat industry experience advantageous, pre-employment drug test.

    Generous leave
  • Manufacturing9 days ago

    L5a Senior Operator - Processing (26715)

    Fonterra · 5001+ employees

    An Aotearoa New Zealand dairy co-operative owned by farming families, realizing the full potential of New Zealand dairy nutrition.

    New Zealand
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Processing dairy products · Operating equipment · Maintaining quality

    No explicit requirements stated beyond the role of Senior Operator in dairy processing.

  • Manufacturing9 days ago

    Industrial Operator

    Rio Tinto · 5001+ employees

    A global mining and materials company producing essential materials for the energy transition.

    Invercargill, Southland
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Operating plant equipment · Performing manual tasks · Working safely

    Full and current New Zealand driver's licence; commitment to safety; ability to complete pre-employment medical and physical assessments; teamwork and communication skills; ability to perform physical work in an industrial environment.

    Four-day weekRetirement savings
  • Manufacturing9 days ago

    Industrial Operator

    Rio Tinto · 5001+ employees

    A global mining and materials company producing essential materials for the energy transition.

    Invercargill, Southland
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Operating plant equipment · Performing manual tasks · Working safely

    Full New Zealand driver's licence required; commitment to safety; ability to pass pre-employment medical and physical assessments; teamwork and communication skills; no prior experience required.

    Retirement savings

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