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Urgent! Machine Operator Position in Waikato - Laminex New Zealand

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About Us
Laminex New Zealand forms part of the Building Products division of Fletcher Building and we are a trusted business partner with market-leading brands for great design spaces, offering expert knowledge and exceptional value to our customers.
We have a fantastic people culture at Laminex, and our priority is to make all our people feel welcomed when they join and feel valued as they continue their journey with us.
Description
Our Hamilton plant based in Pukete has been making Melteca board for over 40 years and you'll find Melteca in your home, schools, hospitals, retirement villages, and commercial buildings.
As a Machine Operator, you will play a vital role in our safety-driven production environment, setting machine parameters, monitoring system performance, making real-time adjustments via digital control panels and switches, operating forklifts, quality control, and troubleshooting to ensure safe, smooth, and efficient production.
Shift Pattern
This role has rotating shifts: 4 days on and 4 days off – 2 days, 2 nights (42-hour week).
To Succeed In This Position, You Should Have
A minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience as a Machine Operator in a manufacturing or production environment.
Proven ability to operate both industrial machinery and forklifts safely and efficiently.
Strong attention to detail and a solid commitment to maintaining quality standards in a safe work environment.
Physically fit, with occasional shared lifting of up to 25 kg, and comfortable working at heights or in confined spaces.
Quick to learn new processes, with strong technical aptitude and the ability to apply knowledge in a practical, hands-on setting.
Able to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
Basic computer literacy, with the ability to navigate digital control systems.
Preferred Class 1 Full Driver's Licence, and OSH Forklift Licence (advantageous).
To ensure your and others' safety, we do require pre-employment medical testing and a criminal history clearance.
Please only apply if you are legally entitled to work in New Zealand.
What We Offer
You will receive on-the-job training with skills-based pay – you learn and earn higher hourly rates as you go.
As part of Fletcher Building, you will have access to a wide range of great benefits including parental leave, education fund grants for you and your immediate family, employee recognition programmes, company discounts with retailers.
If you believe you can take this role on and be a big part of an inclusive, diverse and fun-loving team then apply now!
Diversity
Our teams thrive on diversity, embracing various nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles.
We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.
Studies indicate that some females and minority groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria.
If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement.
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