Plant Operator – Pellet Manufacturing

Plant Operator – Pellet Manufacturing

Location: Richmond, Tasman.

Pay: $31.00–$34.00 per hour, depending on skills and experience.

Guaranteed Hours: Minimum 35 hours per week. Additional hours may be available depending on operational requirements.

Azwood is a leading New Zealand manufacturer of carbon-neutral wood fuels, helping businesses transition away from fossil fuels. We are looking for a reliable and practical Plant Operator to join our pellet manufacturing team.

About the Role

This is a hands-on position where you will operate, monitor and maintain machinery within our pellet production facility. You will play an important role in ensuring production is carried out safely, efficiently and to a high quality standard.

Key Responsibilities

* Operate pellet manufacturing plant and associated processing equipment

* Operate forklifts and wheel loaders – training can be provided

* Monitor and manage production processes

* Carry out routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance

* Identify equipment faults and assist with troubleshooting production issues

* Load, unload and move raw materials and finished products safely

* Complete production, maintenance and safety records

* Maintain a clean and organised work environment

* Follow all health, safety, environmental and quality procedures

To be successful in this role, you will have

* A good level of physical fitness and the ability to perform manual tasks in a manufacturing environment

* Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

* A reliable, self-motivated and safety-focused attitude

* Strong problem-solving skills and a logical, process-driven approach

* Basic mechanical skills and a willingness to learn plant operations

The following would be an advantage but are not essential, as training can be provided

* Previous experience operating manufacturing or processing plant

* Experience operating forklifts and wheel loaders

* A current forklift license

What We Offer

* $31.00 – $34.00 per hour depending on skills and experience

* Full training and ongoing development

* A supportive team environment

* Stable, long-term employment with a growing renewable energy company

* A workplace committed to health, safety and continuous improvement