JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary Purpose:

Our clients include some of the most reputable companies in New Zealand, and we continue to grow our team of skilled professionals to meet their evolving needs. We are committed to supporting our people and ensuring they feel valued and appreciated for the work they do.

We are seeking experienced Aluminium Extrusion Technicians to join our client’s operations in the Taranaki Region. This role involves setting up, operating, and optimising extrusion and cutting processes to produce high-quality aluminium profiles in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will be responsible for running extrusion presses, ensuring correct die setup, monitoring product quality, and maintaining production efficiency. The role plays a key part in minimising downtime, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring products meet precise engineering standards.  Success in this role requires strong technical judgement and a commitment to health and safety, quality, and production targets.

 

Specific Responsibilities include but are not limited to for the role:

· Set up, configure, and calibrate extrusion equipment, cutting equipment, and associated machinery in accordance with detailed production specifications, technical drawings, and engineering requirements

· Interpret extrusion tickets, technical drawings, and production documentation to determine appropriate processing methods, tolerances, and machine configurations

· Oversee and control extrusion and cutting processes to ensure aluminium profiles are produced within specified tolerances, quality standards, and production targets

· Adjust and optimise process parameters including temperature, pressure, machine speed to achieve consistent product quality and efficient production performance and make independent technical decisions regarding process adjustments

· Apply technical judgement to analyse process variations and implement appropriate adjustments to maintain output accuracy and material integrity

· Perform precision measurements using callipers and specialised measuring instruments to verify dimensional accuracy and compliance with engineering tolerances

· Inspect finished and in-process materials to identify defects such as distortion, surface inconsistencies, and dimensional deviations

· Determine and implement corrective actions, including process adjustments, re-cutting, or material rejection, to ensure compliance with production specifications

· Continuously monitor and refine extrusion and cutting processes to improve workflow efficiency, reduce material waste, and optimise production output

· Coordinate material flow across extrusion, cutting, and inspection stages to ensure  smooth and continuous production operations

· Conduct routine equipment inspections

· Diagnose and resolve process and equipment-related issues

· Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety standards and maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment

 Skills and Attributes for the role:

· Candidates must have at least a minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience

· Strong attention to detail and consistent finish standards

· Good communication skills.

· Willingness to learn new techniques where required

· Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve process and equipment-related issues.

· Good knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) standards, with a strong commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.

· Basic computer literacy for recording production data and monitoring process performance (preferred but not essential).

· Hold a NZ Driver’s license or International Driver’s license

What to Expect if You’re Successful:

Your hourly rate will be $25 -$32

You will be offered permanent full-time employment with a minimum of 30 hours per week paid

Training available as appropriate to assist you to improve your skills

You will be required to follow all advised health and safety regulations.

 

If you are legally able to work in NZ and can start immediately, apply now and send us your CV today!