Production Technician

Production Technician
Company
Hynds Pipe Systems Limited
Location
Pokeno, Waikato, New Zealand
Job type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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Job description
We are seeking motivated individuals who have experience in a concrete manufacturing environment to assist in the overall operational performance of our Pokeno Factory. As an Production Technician, you will help the team achieve the planned outputs & production schedule while keeping team morale positive and engaged as well as actively promote a positive health and safety culture.Key Responsibilities Will Include Ensure production schedule is adhered to, to ensure achievement of the production plan Mould set up, mould assembly, reinforcement assembly, casting of concrete, concrete pouring, formwork stripping, cleaning, finishing works and any other task required to safely manufacture products Dismantle forms after concrete has cured. Strip and mark product based on production drawing Operate power tools, forklift, tying & rolling wires & pour concrete Tends portable concrete-mixing machine and hand-casts structural concrete products, shovels sand, cement, gravel, or pumice into mixing machine To ensure quality control sheets are used, checked as intended and non-conformances are immediately acted upon. Key Attributes Previous experience with precast concrete products Previous experience reading and interpreting plans/drawings Can make decisions and implement them effectively F endorsement is desirable Strong communication skills Manual Handling - ability to lift up to 25kg Practical understanding and experience of workshop health and safety standards Who We AreFounded in 1973, Hynds is New Zealand's premier product supplier for the management of water and water-based waste in the civil and rural infrastructure markets. Hynds remains proudly family-owned and has built its reputation on customer service and innovation.We are committed as a team to helping our customers succeed and believe in the Hynds Values to guide the way. Hynds is a place where people matter, where we do what's right and where we connect with our customers.Pre-employment ChecksHynds are committed to high levels of health and safety. Therefore, all candidates will be expected to pass a pre-employment medical and alcohol & drug screen, along with satisfactorily passing a criminal history check. You will also need the legal right to work in NZ.

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As per MBIE, the adult minimum wage for restaurant roles in New Zealand is NZ$25.00 per hour from 1 April 2026. Workers aged 16-17 receive NZ$20.00 per hour and the starting-out wage is NZ$22.50 per hour. Employers must pay at least time-and-a-half for hours worked over 40 per week.
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