Workshop Assistant in Upper Hutt

We’re on the lookout for a reliable and motivated Workshop Assistant to join a busy Upper Hutt-based manufacturing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and thrives in a night shift environment.
What’s on offer:

• 40 hours per week across 4 nights
• Consistent night shift: 6:00pm – 4:30am
• Stable, ongoing work in a supportive team

About the role:
You’ll be working in a plastic manufacturing workshop, assisting with the operation of machinery and supporting production throughout the shift. This is a varied role that combines machine operation, basic troubleshooting, and hands-on assembly work.
Key responsibilities:

• Assisting with running a plastic manufacturing machine
• Basic problem solving and fault finding
• Changing tools in the machine as required
• Assembling plastic products during downtime
• General workshop duties to keep the site running smoothly

What we’re looking for:

• Practical, hands-on attitude
• Mechanically minded with good problem-solving skills
• Reliable and able to commit to night shift hours
• Forklift licence is desirable
• Previous manufacturing or workshop experience is a bonus (but not essential)

If you’re keen to get stuck in and build your experience in a manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more.