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On behalf of our client, we are seeking a motivated Plant Operator to join an established industrial manufacturing operation in Mount Maunganui, Tauranga.
 
This is a great opportunity to work in a specialized production environment where you will play an important role in keeping plant operations running smoothly. You will be involved in operating industrial equipment, product handling, dispatch and maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
 
This is initially a temporary opportunity, with potential for longer-term opportunities for the right person.
 
If you enjoy practical, hands-on work, take pride in doing a job well and are keen to develop your skills within an experienced production team, we would love to hear from you!
 
About the Role
 
Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating pumps, valves, pipelines, and equipment involved in production and product transfer.
• Operating a forklift to assist with material handling and dispatch.
• Supporting the handling, loading and transfer of sulfuric acid and other industrial products.
• Collecting and preparing raw materials and packaging.
• Monitoring plant equipment and process operations, reporting any issues or abnormalities.
• Completing product sampling, testing, and quality checks.
• Maintaining accurate production, inventory, and dispatch records.
• Following strict health, safety, and environmental procedures, particularly when handling hazardous chemicals.
• Working collaboratively with production, maintenance, and transport teams.

About You

• To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial operations.
• Experience operating machinery and industrial equipment.
• A current forklift license is advantageous with minimum 2 years experience.
• Strong awareness of workplace health and safety procedures.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• A practical, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility and willingness to work rotating shifts.
• Experience with chemical handling, hazardous materials or bulk liquid dispatch would be an advantage.

What is on Offer?

• Opportunity to join an established industrial manufacturing operation.
• Hands-on training and development.
• Work within a supportive production team.
• Opportunity to develop your technical and operational skills.

Interested?
If you have a background in manufacturing, production or industrial operations and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
 
Click APPLY NOW or call Ri at Scitex Recruitment on 09 200 3126 for a confidential discussion.
This position is being recruited on behalf of a confidential client.
To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen or resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and hold a valid visa.
 
Scitex specializes in permanent, contract and temporary recruitment - and has done so since 1987. We are here to engineer better Mondays.
 

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