Straight from employers' career sites
125 open roles, 25 posted this week. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.
Constellation Brands · 5001+ employees
An international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with operations across multiple countries.
Operating machinery · Performing physical labour · Producing wine
right to work in New Zealand; very good spoken English and ability to follow instructions in English; reasonable fitness; comfortable with shift work
MUSTER LIMITED
Programming CNC machines · Producing precision components · Inspecting finished components
5+ yrsMinimum 5 years' machining experience in CNC machining, manufacturing or precision engineering; experience programming, setting up and operating CNC lathes and milling machines; CAD/CAM programming knowledge
Stellar Recruitment
Operating production machinery · Monitoring machine performance · Completing quality checks
Reliable transport; physically fit and capable of manual handling; able to pass a pre-employment drug test; no criminal convictions; valid NZ work rights
Trimax Mowers · 51-200 employees
A global leader in commercial mowing innovation, designing and manufacturing mowing systems for over 40 years.
Fabricating parts · Welding mild steel · Following procedures
Experience in light/medium fabrication, MIG welding with mild steel, large-scale production, using jigs and fixtures, following SOPs, and eligibility to work in New Zealand.
Stellar Recruitment
Manufacturing concrete products · Assembling production moulds · Conducting quality inspections
Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks; able to pass a pre-employment drug test; valid New Zealand working rights
Westland Milk Products
Operating the plant · Maintaining product quality · Recording shift information
Valid work rights in New Zealand
Open Country Dairy Ltd
Operating plant processes · Sampling and testing products · Handling milk and cream
Process or manufacturing process-control experience; mechanical aptitude; problem-solving ability; accurate numeracy skills; safety-first approach
ETEL Transformers · 201-1000 employees
A New Zealand transformer manufacturer delivering high-quality, reliable power solutions.
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.
Newell Brands · 5001+ employees
A leading global consumer goods company with a portfolio of iconic brands.
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
Hilton Foods · 5001+ employees
A leading international food packaging specialist focused on sustainable solutions and partnership.
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.
Dimond Structural · 5001+ employees
A leading New Zealand building products business focused on supply planning and operational excellence.
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.
Rocket Lab · 1001-5000 employees
An end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems.
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 high-speed machinery · Setting production lines · Improving production lines
Must be a New Zealand citizen or resident, or already hold a valid visa granting the right to work in New Zealand.
Sherwin-Williams · 5001+ employees
A global leader in paints and coatings, providing innovative solutions to color and protect what matters.
Formulating coating colours · Matching and modifying colours · Maintaining colour records
Willingness to undergo a pre-employment security check and drug test
Fonterra · 5001+ employees
A dairy manufacturing company operating in New Zealand.
Operating packing equipment · Monitoring production · Maintaining quality
No specific requirements stated.
Fonterra · 5001+ employees
A dairy manufacturing company operating in New Zealand.
Operating packing equipment · Supporting production · Maintaining quality
No specific requirements stated.
Qube · 5001+ employees
A nationwide service provider offering cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing, and IT solutions.
Fabricating and repairing machinery · Replacing worn components · Improving component quality
NZQA Level 4 trade qualification in Heavy Fabrication or overseas equivalent; proven experience working on heavy vehicles and machinery; eligible to work in New Zealand; pass pre-employment medical, drug test and ACC and MOJ Criminal History Check
Qube · 5001+ employees
A nationwide service provider offering cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing, and IT solutions.
Welding heavy machinery · Replacing worn components · Improving component quality
NZQA Level 4 trade qualification in Heavy Fabrication or overseas equivalent; proven experience working on heavy vehicles and machinery; eligible to work in New Zealand; pass pre-employment medical, drug test and ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check
Fonterra · 5001+ employees
A dairy manufacturing company operating in New Zealand.
Operating packing equipment · Supporting production · Maintaining quality
No specific requirements stated.
PepsiCo · 5001+ employees
A global FMCG company with trusted and iconic brands, supporting career growth and continuous improvement.
Operating cooking equipment · Packaging chips into boxes · Recording production data
NCEA Level 1–3 or equivalent; full-time legal work rights in New Zealand
The HEINEKEN Company
Supporting cider production · Handling raw materials · Maintaining hygiene standards
Experience in manufacturing, production, winery, brewery, food, or beverage environments
Vulcan · 1001-5000 employees
Australasia's highest performing metals distributor and processor, delivering solutions that enable excellence.
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.
DAVIN INDUSTRIES LIMITED
Performing MIG and TIG welding · Interpreting engineering drawings · Maintaining a clean work area
Knowledge of welding safety procedures and standards; proven MIG and TIG welding experience across steel, stainless steel and aluminum; ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Stellar Recruitment
Coordinating workshop operations · Scheduling production work · Fabricating components
Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Fabrication, or a related discipline; previous Foreman, Supervisor, Leading Hand, or Team Leader experience; full NZ Driver Licence; right to work in New Zealand
Macmahon Holdings Limited · 5001+ employees
A successful mining and civil contractor with over 30 years' experience as a leading underground mining contractor.
Operating AGI equipment · Maintaining equipment · Following mine plans
Demonstrated AGI experience, strong safety focus, team mindset, reliable work ethic, and a valid manual (C class) Australian driver's licence.
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
Steel & Tube Holdings Ltd
Preparing steel · Maintaining acid baths · Dipping and finishing steel
Eligible to work in NZ without visa restrictions
Silver Fern Farms Ltd · 5001+ employees
A New Zealand meat company focused on creating goodness from farms and delivering value through commercial analysis.
Producing halal meat · Performing halal slaughter · Completing on-the-job training
Practicing Muslim; eligibility to live and work in NZ
Vulcan · 1001-5000 employees
Australasia's highest performing metals distributor and processor, delivering solutions that enable excellence.
Operating CNC machines · Loading steel plates · Checking cutting quality
CNC plasma/laser or machine operating experience; experience handling steel or heavy materials; full Class 1 licence; physically fit; right to work in New Zealand; pass pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol test.
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
There are 125 roles open for manufacturing jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 25 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.
Of these, 121 full time.
Most are in Auckland (37), Canterbury (21) and Waikato (16).
1 ad says the employer will support a visa.
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There are 125 roles open for manufacturing jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 25 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.
Right now, most are in Auckland (37), Canterbury (21) and Waikato (16). Open a region to see its manufacturing jobs.
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