Production Operator - Forklift/Pallet Repair/Crate Wash
About Us
CHEP New Zealand has been serving the New Zealand supply chain for over 40 years. We are a global supply chain partner for retailers, manufacturers and transporters. Our team in Christchurch has a friendly and fun culture that celebrates successes. With a highly inclusive workplace, CHEP New Zealand celebrates the diversity of gender and backgrounds of our people to ensure that we reflect the communities and customers that we serve.
About the Role
Working as a Service Centre Assistant, this hands-on role is ideal for someone for an experienced Forklift Driver who enjoys a variety of physical work, being part of a team, and seeing the results of their efforts each day. You’ll be:
Moving product around our yard, receiving and loading trucks
Operating our crate wash line, unfolding crates, placing them for machine wash and stacking
Washing large bins with high pressure hoses
Repairing wooden pallets using power tools, replacing damaged boards, and ensuring quality standards are met
Contributing to a safe workplace by following safety procedures
Working towards production targets while maintaining high quality standards
What We Offer
Starting rate of $26.00/hour, with opportunities to grow through our wage grading system
40 hour week - Monday to Friday, 6 am to 2.30 pm schedule — great for early birds
Career development pathways — learn new skills or progress into leadership roles
Team environment focused on safety, collaboration and quality
3 paid Volunteer Leave days per year — perfect for helping out at school trips or community events
Access to company share purchase program
Opportunity to be part of a global organisation committed to sustainability and innovation
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and genders. If you’re someone who:
Has experience operating forklifts and ideally holds a current F endorsement and OSH Forklift licence
Experience with using power tools
Comfortable to cross-skill and learn all operations of the Service Centre
Values safety and teamwork
Has a positive attitude and reliable work ethic
Is physically fit and comfortable working on your feet
Has experience in a production/factory environment
Can meet production targets while maintaining safety and quality
Can pass a Ministry of Justice criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening)
Has the right to work in New Zealand (please note we are unable to sponsor applicants at this time)
Ready to Apply?
If this sounds like a role where you could thrive, we’d love to hear from you. People from all genders are encouraged to apply. Join us in building a workplace where everyone belongs!
Employer questions
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
- Do you have experience operating a forklift?
- Do you have experience repairing handheld power tools?
- Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
- Do you own or have regular access to a car?
- Which of the following forklift licences do you have?
Company profile
CHEP manages, maintains, transports, and supplies more than 350 million platforms for our customers. Our higher quality pallets, containers, RPCs, bins, trays and store displays support the construction, handling and transport of more efficient and sustainable product loads. CHEP platforms and services play a critical role within every leg and across every trading partner in the supply chain.
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