Production Operator

2 weeks ago


Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand PN Personnel Full time

Location:
Palmerston North

Listed:
Tuesday, 16 May

Type:
Permanent + fulltime

  • Industry:
Straitline Canvas is a locally owned family business (founded in They supply high-quality canvas products to the local market and nationwide. From large commercial truck curtains and covers to shade sails, outdoor blinds and everything in between. They manufacture and custom design to special requirements.

In this role, your primary responsibility will be fabric welding on Straitline's products using a hot air welding system.

You will also be repairing and installing a range of products on their client's vehicles, including truck side curtains and covers/rollovers.

All tools will be provided, and you will be fully trained and be part of a supportive team.


This is a full-time position working Monday - Friday (45 hours per week), however on occasion, you will need the flexibility to work outside of normal working hours when needed.


Overview of key responsibilities:

  • Carrying out fabric welding on products as per guidelines
  • Ensuring fabric welding is completed satisfactorily and within specified time frames
  • Accurate tracking of time and materials used on each job (using paper and tablet based systems)
  • Installing and repairing transport products, both at Straitline's workshop and at customer sites
  • Ensure your machinery and workspace are kept clean and tidy
  • Assist with tasks in other areas of production when needed

To be successful in this role, you must have the following:

  • High level of physical fitness
  • Practical, hands on experience with tools (essential)
  • Good communication skills in English (written and verbal)
  • Proactive and enthusiastic nature
  • Reliable team player willing to help out where needed


Straitline Canvas is a strong market leader, and by joining them you will become part of a highly experienced team, with plenty of support provided to you.

They offer a friendly, family-orientated environment.

The recruitment for this role is being managed by PN Personnel. For more information, please feel free to contact Robyn Bills on
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