Talley’s Limited Looking for METAL FITTER/MACHINIST at Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand Full Time

Why Choose Talley’s

With multiple operations within Talley’s, there’s always opportunities available for growth and progression. And we offer real benefits and career opportunities with all the training you need to get going and keep growing.

Start here and grow with us.

With Talley’s, you get:

• Great working conditions
• Generous staff discounts and perks
• Nightshift allowances

Job Description

About The Role

We are currently looking for Metal Fitters/Machinists to join the team at our Ashburton plant.

The pay rate ranges from $38.50 to $50.40/hr, based on experience and qualification.

You will be working a shift roster pattern 4 ON 4 OFF, 12-hour shifts and will be either working on Day or Night shift. A night shift allowance of $20 per shift will be paid for any nights worked.

As a Metal Fitter/Machinist, you will be responsible for:

Read engineering drawings and specifications to determine requirements.

• Fitting fabricating metal parts as per plant requirements.
• Cutting, threading, bending and installing hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
• Diagnosing faults and performing operational maintenance on plant equipment.
• Installation of new equipment.
• Accurately maintain all documentation and records, both written and electronic.
• Be a point of contact on all day-to-day maintenance issues for the production equipment and any other services equipment.
• Ensure company documented procedures and business rules are conformed to.
• Take ownership of quality system, food safety and HACCP program.
• Ensure all work is done with the correct work request paperwork and all information is provided.
• Ensure all work is completed and reported with the correct reporting paperwork.
• Cleanliness is non-negotiable.

Who are you?

You are a self-starter looking for a new adventure. You have a positive attitude, enjoy working hard and are honest, reliable, and willing to learn.

Qualifications

For this role, you’ll need:

• Trade certification qualification NZQA level 4 minimum.
• 4 years of experience in the trade preferred (2 years essential).
• Strong knowledge of building trades, cleaning procedures and maintenance practices.
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and practices.
• Computer literate with capability in email, MS Office, MS Teams, Deputy etc.
• CMMS experience (highly advantageous)
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
• Great time management skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• A team player with the ability to self-manage.
• Resilient, pragmatic, and proactive with a great eye for detail.

Additional Information

About Talley’s

There’s a history of goodness at Talley’s. And we’re not just talking about our nutritious, delicious food.

We stand by the impeccable quality of our products and our growing team of skilled workers as we bring healthy, delicious food to dinner tables near and far.

What really sets us apart is the fact that all our products come directly from and are processed in New Zealand, and our people are fundamental to our success.

We’re proud to provide New Zealand’s best produce to the world.

Ready to start?

If this sounds like a good fit for you, click the link to submit your resume and cover letter.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the positions are filled.

Is this role not the right fit for you? See our other openings at talleys.co.nz/careers.

Talley’s is a drug free workplace. All candidates will be required to under-go pre-employment and random drug screening.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work permanently in New Zealand.