Sheetmetal Tradesperson/CNC Operator
Trade · Avondale, Auckland, New Zealand · Full-Time · $28 - $40/hr
Employer: a long-running sheet metal manufacturing business in Avondale, Auckland, New Zealand.
Hiring: CNC Operators, as well as experienced tradespeople from the sheet metal trade, who can bring verifiable hands-on ability to an organised production floor.
Right fit: someone who knows precision manufacturing, owns their output and consistently delivers what production and quality targets demand.
What you get: up-to-date manufacturing equipment, and a team where experienced staff are invited to suggest changes that improve safety, efficiency and effectiveness.
Applying from abroad? Name every machine type and brand you have operated on your English CV.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up machines for the production schedule and run CNC press brake, punch, laser and tube laser equipment
- Work from production specifications and technical drawings
- Check and measure parts at every step of manufacturing so quality stays consistent and accurate
- Spot production problems and resolve them where appropriate
- Observe safe work procedures and all workplace requirements
- Keep your work area organised, clean and tidy
- Cooperate with fellow operators to achieve daily targets
- Put your practical trade knowledge to use to improve manufacturing outcomes and support continuous improvement in production processes
- Propose safer, quicker and more effective ways to complete tasks
Requirements & Eligibility
- Hands-on CNC operation experience of at least 2 years, using press brake, punch, laser or tube laser machinery; candidates with 2+ years of relevant sheet metal trades experience may also be considered
- Experience on Trumpf equipment is highly desirable
- Technical knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing that you can demonstrate
- A precise, first-time-right approach to workmanship
- Can follow production specifications and technical instructions
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
- Effective member of a production team, willing to offer practical ideas for improving processes
- Available for fixed day, night or graveyard shifts
- Able to commit to at least 40 hours per week
- Anyone needing sponsorship must meet the relevant New Zealand visa requirements
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