Packing Operator Ecolab New Zealand

The Packing Operator job at Ecolab’s Hamilton plant in Waikato, New Zealand, is a hands-on role for someone ready to dive into a busy production line. This full-time position, covering a 12-month parental leave, pays NZD 25.00 to NZD 30.00 per hour, depending on your background. You’ll pack and label products, keep safety first, and help the team hit production goals. The job needs folks who can lift 25 kg, handle basic computer tasks, and ideally have 2-3 years of packing or machine work under their belt. It’s perfect for recent grads or gap-year workers, with training to get you up to speed. Hours are Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and Friday, 8:00 AM to noon, with a four-day week option if that suits you better.

About Ecolab

Ecolab runs its Hamilton facility to deliver top-notch hygiene and cleaning solutions for industries like food processing and manufacturing. A global leader, the company helps millions of customers keep their spaces safe and sustainable. Ecolab’s all about innovation, teamwork, and doing right by the environment. Its focus is on creating cleaner, healthier workplaces worldwide.

Job Title

Packing Operator

Responsibilities

• Pack up finished goods on the production line with care.
• Scan and slap labels on products to meet quality rules.
• Spot safety issues and tell supervisors right away.
• Stick to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards daily.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for clean work.
• Lift and move items up to 25 kg as part of the job.
• Run packing machines once you’ve got the training.
• Shift products around the plant using a forklift (training included).
• Check machines and gear for problems and report them.
• Keep your work area neat to keep things running smoothly.
• Log production numbers using simple computer programs.
• Work with teammates to meet daily targets.
• Show up for safety and job training when scheduled.
• Pitch in on extra production tasks when the boss needs it.
• Be on time and ready for every shift.

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is a must. Any training in manufacturing or safety is a nice extra.

Experience

Best if you’ve got 2-3 years in packing, production, or running machines. New grads or folks with internships in similar work are welcome too.

Skills

• Comfort with basic tech, like scanning or entering data.
• Strength to lift 25 kg and handle repetitive jobs.
• Sharp focus to get packing and labeling right.
• Good at working with others in a fast-moving setup.
• Eager to learn new machines and processes.
• Reliable, showing up on time every day.

Knowledge

• Know the basics of workplace safety and OHS rules.
• Understand GMP for keeping production clean.
• Some idea of how packing or production lines work.
• Familiar with checking equipment for issues.
• Awareness of hygiene needs in factory settings.
• Basic knowledge of logging data for production.

Applicant Location

This job’s onsite at Ecolab’s Hamilton plant in Waikato, New Zealand. You need to be legally allowed to work in New Zealand and live in or move to the Hamilton area.

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