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Full time
On Site
Kawerau
Essity Australasia is a leading consumer care and hygiene solutions company, manufacturing and marketing a number of market leading brands including Sorbent, Purex, Handee Ultra, Libra, Tork and TENA. Essity’s purpose is to make it easier for hygiene, health and well-being to be part of everyday life.
About the role
An opportunity has arisen at our Kawerau Manufacturing Site for two Converting Operators.
The shift pattern involves 12-hour shifts, working two nights, followed by a 24-hour break, then 2 days, followed by a three-day break. The 24/7 nature of our industry requires the applicant to be available to respond to call outs and overtime as required.
Our Kawerau site is equipped with modern and automated papermaking and converting technology. We have a culture of ongoing improvement in safety, the environment, product quality, reliability, and meeting customer expectations.
What you will Do
- Operating process equipment to standard operating procedures, adjusting as necessary, changing over machines, CIL’s and other tasks as directed by Team Leader or OP5.
- Performing day-to-day duties safely and efficiently
- Assisting with continuous improvement initiatives and problem solving as required
- Keeping working areas clean and organized and completing required documentation
We're passionate about developing our people and will provide you with ongoing, on the job training to make sure you leave safely after every shift, as well as grow and develop your career.
About You
You want to be part of a dynamic team environment built on the foundations of authenticity, respect, and a passion for what you do. You want to learn and grow reach your full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
You will have solid experience in an operating role, preferably in a manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role and requires a strong commitment to safe working practices. You will ideally have some mechanical aptitude or at least an affinity for and interest in the way equipment works.
The ideal candidate will also possess the following attributes:
- Be an enthusiastic team player.
- Strong communication skills.
- Have an interest in learning continuously, especially new technology.
- Safety conscious, physically fit, and reliable.
- You'll have excellent attention to detail and accuracy in everything you do, have a willing attitude and be self-motivated.
You will need the right to work in New Zealand and to be happy to complete a police check and pre-employment report and drug & medical assessment as part of the recruitment process.
We're looking for people who display our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.
What We Offer
Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.
What we have on offer for you:
- A dynamic team environment built on the foundations of authenticity, respect, and a passion for what we do
- Competitive pay rates
- Health insurance and Superannuation plan
If this sounds like your next move, please apply with your up-to-date CV & cover letter by clicking on the APPLY NOW button.
Please note: we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early.
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