Manufacturing jobs in Auckland.

Coordinating shift teams · Overseeing production operations · Collaborating with technicians

3+ yrsExperience with automated manufacturing equipment; understanding of IWS or Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma; experience ensuring quality standards and managing incident reporting; experience supporting safety programs

Leading production teams · Driving continuous improvement · Managing production schedules

2+ yrsPrevious leadership in manufacturing/production, 2+ years in similar production leadership role, strong people leadership, computer skills for reporting, commitment to health and safety, legal right to work in New Zealand indefinitely.

Operating dispatch machinery · Performing maintenance checks · Ensuring quality accuracy

Stock Picker training and experience, active Counterbalance forklift licence, Working at Heights and Harness Training certificates, proven machinery operation in fast-paced warehouse, full availability for 10-week contract.

Leading production teams · Delivering production targets · Ensuring safety compliance

Experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment; right to work in New Zealand; present in New Zealand at application; pass a pre-employment drug test; clear Ministry of Justice check

Leading manufacturing teams · Coordinating production plans · Driving continuous improvement

Significant people and line management experience in FMCG and/or GMP manufacturing; experience managing a large team and direct reports; relevant trade or industry qualifications

Performing preventative maintenance · Troubleshooting equipment · Improving plant reliability

Recognised Mechanical Trade Qualification; industrial maintenance experience with high-speed manufacturing or packaging equipment; strong fault-finding and troubleshooting; commitment to safety and quality.

Operating packing machinery · Following work instructions · Maintaining quality standards

Good verbal and written English; ability to follow work instructions, SOPs and safety requirements; demonstrated ability to work in a regulated manufacturing environment

Operating production machinery · Recording production data · Completing quality checks

Proven experience in processing, food manufacturing, an industrial kitchen or cooking environment; understanding of HACCP and GMP; full-time legal work rights in NZ

Operating high-speed machinery · Setting production lines · Improving production lines

New Zealand citizen, resident, or already have the right to work in New Zealand and hold a valid visa

Leading production team · Ensuring safety compliance · Coordinating shift activities

Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG production; previous experience as Leading Hand, Senior Operator, or Team Leader; strong leadership, coaching, problem-solving, and communication skills; commitment to safety, quality, and food safety standards.

Preparing ingredients · Operating bakery equipment · Monitoring product quality

Recognised bakery qualification or equivalent trade certification; experience operating bakery equipment in food manufacturing; knowledge of bakery processes and food safety/GMP standards.

Leading production teams · Driving safety culture · Improving operational performance

Proven leadership in food manufacturing, FMCG, production, or packaging; strong people leadership and team development; experience managing production targets and operational performance; data-driven analytical skills.

Operating production equipment · Preparing ingredients · Packing products

Operating machinery · Maintaining quality · Communicating with team

Excellent communication skills; mechanically minded with manufacturing background a bonus; positive attitude and willingness to learn; forklift license a bonus; high health and safety awareness; must be comfortable with rotating day/night shifts.

Operating packing machinery · Following work instructions · Performing manual handling

Ability to safely lift up to 25kg frequently; ability to follow work instructions, SOPs and safety requirements; experience in a regulated manufacturing environment; written and verbal English

Leading production operations · Coaching team members · Driving continuous improvement

Proven leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial environment; strong understanding of production operations; ability to lead teams and manage performance; experience with Lean principles or continuous improvement; commitment to safety and quality.

Performing die changes · Setting moulding machines · Troubleshooting moulding processes

3+ yrs3+ years setting dies in plastic moulding manufacturing; relevant plastics or mechanical engineering qualification or equivalent industry training; experience setting large dies and machines; overhead crane experience; forklift and overhead crane operating capability

Leading production teams · Allocating resources · Monitoring performance

Experience leading or supervising teams in food manufacturing, FMCG, or logistics; strong communication and problem-solving skills; ability to analyze production data and drive continuous improvement.

Operating machinery · Recording materials · Achieving production targets

Experience in manufacturing environment, mechanically minded, high attention to detail, safety conscious, good written communication and basic math, ability to lift 25kg, gantry/forklift license preferred.

Fabricating harnesses · Building simulators · Troubleshooting integration

5+ yrsTrade qualified in a relevant industry; 5+ years relevant experience; precision harness assembly, crimping, soldering, termination; ESD practice; tool control and FOD awareness; good eyesight; ability to work long hours and travel.

Operating cooking equipment · Packaging chips into boxes · Recording production data

NCEA Level 1–3 or equivalent; full-time legal work rights in New Zealand

Operating CNC machines · Operating gantry cranes · Monitoring cut quality

Experience with fibre laser machines, overhead gantry cranes, plasma machines, and mild steel or heavy materials; ability to read drawings; valid work visa or right to work in New Zealand; pass pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol test.

Leading shift teams · Solving process issues · Delivering production plans

Technical brewing knowledge supported by a brewing qualification or equivalent training and experience; experience leading and coaching teams in a manufacturing environment

Operating industrial bandsaw equipment · Processing meat products · Meeting production targets

Legally entitled to work in New Zealand and currently residing in NZ; able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test; able to pass a Ministry of Justice criminal history check

Leading shift team · Overseeing production · Optimizing processes

3+ yrs3+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably dairy or food; technical background in electrical and mechanical; knowledge of lean manufacturing, IWS, Six Sigma; strong troubleshooting and data analysis skills.

Processing glass · Handling glass safely · Meeting production targets

1+ yr1-2 years machine operating experience; physical fitness for manual lifting; safety focus; pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening required.

Operating industrial bandsaw equipment · Processing meat products · Maintaining clean work area

Legally entitled to work in New Zealand and currently residing in NZ; able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test; able to pass a Ministry of Justice criminal history check

Handling food products · Maintaining food safety · Cleaning production equipment

Legally allowed to work in New Zealand

Leading shift team · Coordinating production · Optimizing processes

3+ yrs3+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably dairy or food; technical background in electrical and mechanical; knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma; strong safety, quality, and continuous improvement focus.

Leading brewing operators · Coordinating shift rosters · Monitoring production quality

1+ yrAt least 1–2 years’ experience leading teams in brewing, FMCG, food or beverage manufacturing, dairy, or a similar production environment; confidence using Excel and Microsoft Office