Machine Operator Wiri - Rotating Shift

Published: 07/08/2026
Job Location: Wiri / Auckland / New Zealand

Looking for a permanent, full-time role with an iconic company in South Auckland?
Starting hourly rate of $25.80 + $2.24 shift allowance and other benefits
Are you keen to keep learning so you can build your skills and your pay?

About Us:

Here at Griffin's Snacks, we proudly produce many legendary, much-loved kiwi brands, including Griffin’s, ETA, Nice & Natural and Huntley and Palmers. At our Wiri plant we produce a wide range of protein and nut bars, expanded snacks (including Munchos and Cornados) and we’re also the proud home of the traditional Eta Ripples potato chips!

Benefits:

Shift Allowance of $2.24 per hour for all ordinary hours worked
Discounted Staff Shop
Free onsite parking
Subsidized on-site cafeteria
Career growth opportunities
While you're working, you'll also gain the New Zealand Certificate in Food or Beverage Processing

We're looking for Machine Operators to join us in permanent roles on the following shift:

Rotating Shift: Week One 5:45am – 2:00pm then Week Two 1:45pm – 10:00pm (rotating weekly)
Note: You MUST be able to work both Week 1 and Week 2.

These are all full-time roles, Monday to Friday, based at our Wiri plant on Ash Road which operates 24 hours/5 days a week.

In this role you’ll be:
Operating high speed food manufacturing machinery - including machine set up, changeovers, troubleshooting, manual packing and cleaning
Working on snacks/chips/bars food processing lines
Accurately completing and recording quality checks
Following standard operating procedures to produce quality products everyday
Following Health and Safety and Food Safety best practices

What we’re looking for?
Ideally, we are seeking candidates with a tertiary qualification in Engineering, Operations Management or any Food related fields and/or experience with Vertical Form Fill and Seal (VFFS), Fryers, Enrobers or Snacks/Chips/Bar food processing lines.
Reliability, a strong work ethic and a great team player who is happy to work on a variety of lines
Physically fit - you're happy to be in a role that has you on your feet and safely able to lift up to 25kgs
Strong communications skills, both written and verbal
Confidence in using technology (PLC Screens and iPads)
Some mechanical and problem-solving skills with the ability to perform under pressure
Passionate about Health & Safety and Food Safety
Desire to be part of a winning team - working with and helping others to achieve success

What now? If you have the experience we are looking for and you wish to join a company where you can have pride and passion in what you do, please select APPLY NOW and submit your CV and application form below!

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