Fitter (Manukau, NZ, 2025)

Maintenance fitter

One (1) Day Shift (7:30AM-4:00PM)

We're looking for a hands-on Maintenance Fitter to join our team and play a key role in keeping our production lines running safely, efficiently, and reliably.

What You'll Do:

• Execute maintenance work orders with accuracy and on time (including reporting, time confirmations, and close-out)

• Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving food processing, utilities and packaging equipment.

• Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. and all activities comply with food safety, quality, health and safety, and environmental standards.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records using the site's CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System).

• Manage parts correctly and follow proper store procedures

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.

• Conduct root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.

Drive Continuous Improvement:

• Actively contribute to TPM and continuous improvement initiatives (5S, breakdown analysis, etc.)

• Work closely with operators to build equipment care and reliability knowledge

• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.

• Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing maintenance costs and increasing equipment availability.

• Assist with installation, commissioning, and modification of machinery and equipment.

What You'll Bring:

• Trade qualification with strong maintenance experience in a food manufacturing environment (preferred)

• Experience with SAP PM or similar maintenance systems

• A proactive mindset with a focus on safety, quality, and results

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Experience with automated production and packaging equipment.

• Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge.

• Welding and fabrication skills.

What Sets You Apart:

• Commitment to safety with zero tolerance for unsafe practices, follow company health and safety policies and procedures at all times.

• Conduct risk assessments and comply with lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

• Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Ability to lead by example, coach others, and take ownership

• Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence

Are you a Fit?

• To be successful in this role you must possess the following qualities:

• Reliability, trustworthiness and positive attitude.

• Good level of fitness due to manual handling requirements.

• Strong focus on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Strong commitment to Health and Safety (H&S).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards

• Strategic thinking and resourcefulness for problem solving.

• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with team members, supervisors, and other stakeholders in the production process.

• Has to be Citizen, Permanent Resident or updated work visa in New Zealand