Summary: Seeking an experienced and reliable Plastic Technician and Plant Operator to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of plastic manufacturing equipment. Highlights: 1. Operate and maintain diverse plastic manufacturing machinery 2. Oversee material handling, production records, and quality control 3. Foster a safe, reliable, improvement-driven team environment * Operate and maintain machinery such as extruders, ovens, welders * Oversee material handling, production records, and quality control * Foster a safe, reliable, improvement-driven team environment Position: Plastic Technician and Plant Operator Location: Canterbury Type: Full-time, Permanent Pay Range: $29.66 to $35 per hour Days: Monday to Friday (with occasional weekend work if required) Hours: Guaranteed at least 30 hours per week The Company: Join a well-established New Zealand manufacturer known for producing high-quality plastic products. With modern facilities, advanced technology, and a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this company delivers durable solutions to clients nationwide. They are seeking an experienced and reliable Plastic Technician and Plant Operator to join their close-knit and safety-focused operations team based in the Canterbury region. Key Responsibilities: As a Plastic Technician and Plant Operator, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of plastic manufacturing equipment. Your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: * Operating manufacturing equipment such as resin blenders, extruders, palletisers, dryers, and grinding mills * Running rotational moulding ovens and associated machinery * Welding and fabricating with PE extruder welders, PE sheet butt welders, and PE pipe welders * Handling raw materials and recording daily production outputs * Tracking material and finished goods through chain of custody * Conducting trimming, assembly, and quality checks on finished goods * Performing routine cleaning, maintenance, and operator checks on machinery * Identifying and resolving faults, and assisting the maintenance team where required * Adhering to all safety, quality, and environmental standards To be successful in this role, you will need: * At least 2 years' relevant experience * Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail * Ability to work independently and take ownership of production outcomes * Solid problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude to maintenance and process improvements * Physically fit and able to lift up to 25kg * Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods * Complete a pre-employment drug & alcohol test on request * Provide an up-to-date criminal record check on request To Apply: Recruit NZ, part of People Inc, specialises in recruitment for small to medium local NZ businesses and has been New Zealand's premier recruitment agency since 2008. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV and cover letter, highlighting your relevant experience and why you'd like to join this leading New Zealand manufacturer.