Corrugator Assistant

4 days ago

Hastings, Iowa, New Zealand e-4063-4d08-adc9-f03211439cf6 Full time NZ$45,000 - NZ$65,000 per year

Discover Opal

As part of the Nippon Paper Group, Opal is one of Australasia's leading packaging and paper companies and we employ more than 4,500 team members across our operations. We manufacture goods that you see, touch and use every day and our customer base includes some of the biggest names in FMCG, Retail and Fresh Produce.

We stand for innovation, smart solutions and sustainability and this is an exciting time to join us as we build our own unique culture fuelled by confidence, energy and passion.

About the role

Reporting to the department Team Leader, you will be responsible for the safe and effective assistance to our high-speed corrugator and the team. As the Corrugator Assistant, you are expected to assist in the operation and running of the corrugator on all aspects, with a small amount of clamp driving. You will be part of a high performing team and will contribute to the operation of the Hastings Plant to achieve high quality product that can be delivered to our customers in full, on time and within specification.

  • Unloading reel trucks and placing in correct rows, scanning reels (30% of the time)
  • Unloading starch trucks (twice a week)
  • Daily running of the starch kitchen
  • Singleface Operator
  • Reel core shredding
  • Helping on machine when short staffed.

Benefits

  • Monday to Friday | 3:20pm - 11:20pm with weekly pay
  • Annual health checks + free flu vaccinations
  • Join our social clubs
  • Access to EAP services
  • On-site parking

Skills & experience

  • Experience in manufacturing production, ideally from within the packaging industry
  • An excellent understanding of, and commitment to HSE requirements
  • Full clean drivers license
  • Forklift OSH with F Endorsement
  • Must be able to drive a clamp forklift when required ( 3.5 tonne)
  • Mechanically minded
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A self-motivated, keen and energetic personality
  • A good eye for detail
  • A hard-working ethic
  • Able to competently use a computer

All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal check.

Please note that all applications are reviewed but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.