Knifehand Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

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Man Up/Stock Picker Operator

at TSS Workforce Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

Competitive Hourly Rate
Ongoing work with potential permanent opportunities
Supportive Team Environments

Competitive Hourly Rate
Ongoing work with potential permanent opportunities
Supportive Team Environments

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Stock Picker to join our warehouse team.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Process Worker (Shift)

at Imerys Ceramics New Zealand Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

$28.97 – $31.35 per hour

Hands-on, varied operations role
Strong safety-first culture and clear standards
Training provided + development through multi-skilling

Hands-on, varied operations role
Strong safety-first culture and clear standards
Training provided + development through multi-skilling

Operate processing & mobile plant on rotating shifts, ensuring compliance & assisting production, packaging, dispatch, and site maintenance

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Listed eight days ago

Knife Hand

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill, Southland

$24 - $30 p.h. +Holiday pay, KiwiSaver, Sick leave

Do you have any knife hand experience?
Worked in a fish processing or food manufacturing environment before?
Are you able to work in a cold, wet, fast‑paced manufacturing environment?

Do you have any knife hand experience?
Worked in a fish processing or food manufacturing environment before?
Are you able to work in a cold, wet, fast‑paced manufacturing environment?

Fine knife skills wanted - fish gutting, filleting & trimming processing role. Weekly Pay + AL + SL & KiwiSaver

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Experienced Butchers, Boners, Knife Hands and Meat Handlers

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Otahuhu, Auckland

50,128-52,000

Immediate starts with full-time ongoing work
Weekly pay and overtime opportunities available
Stable work with a supportive team environment

Immediate starts with full-time ongoing work
Weekly pay and overtime opportunities available
Stable work with a supportive team environment

Experienced butchers, boners, knife hands and meat handlers wanted for full-time work in Mt Wellington. Immediate starts available.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Experienced Knifehands

at OneStaff Auckland Hub

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$26.50 - $28ph dependent on experience

Night Shift
Sunday - Thursday
Must have 1 year experience

Night Shift
Sunday - Thursday
Must have 1 year experience

Looking for experienced knife hands for Meat & Seafood processing plant in Mount Wellington

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Farm Worker - (Horses)

at Ramahiku River Bend LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whanganui East, Manawatu

$25 – $27 per hour

Good farm to work on.

subClassification: Farm LabourFarm Labour

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

20d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Production Worker

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$24.22 p.h. + Annual Leave, Kiwisaver, ACC Cover

Monday to Friday 7am till 3:30pm, overtime available
Full training provided - grow your skills on the job
Mount Wellington location, parking available on site

Monday to Friday 7am till 3:30pm, overtime available
Full training provided - grow your skills on the job
Mount Wellington location, parking available on site

Hands-on production role using hand & power tools, assisting in manufacturing. Requires heavy lifting & physical work in a team environment

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

7h ago

Listed seven days ago

Man Up/Stock Picker Operator

at TSS Workforce Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

Competitive Hourly Rate
Ongoing work with potential permanent opportunities
Supportive Team Environments

Competitive Hourly Rate
Ongoing work with potential permanent opportunities
Supportive Team Environments

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Stock Picker to join our warehouse team.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

7d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Process Worker (Shift)

at Imerys Ceramics New Zealand Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

$28.97 – $31.35 per hour

Hands-on, varied operations role
Strong safety-first culture and clear standards
Training provided + development through multi-skilling

Hands-on, varied operations role
Strong safety-first culture and clear standards
Training provided + development through multi-skilling

Operate processing & mobile plant on rotating shifts, ensuring compliance & assisting production, packaging, dispatch, and site maintenance

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed four hours ago

GMP Operator - Night Shift

at ESP Medical

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Rapa, Waikato

$24 – $26 per hour

Help us manufacture products that make a real difference in human and animal health

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4h ago

Listed eight hours ago

AB Despatch Tech - Seasonal

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newstead, Waikato

Free EV Chargers for team use

Join the dairy sector during exciting peak season!
Great team environment
Better work stories

Join the dairy sector during exciting peak season!
Great team environment
Better work stories

Seasonal work to cover peak season. Storing and packing frozen semen straws to be distributed to farms. Great team environment!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8h ago

Listed one day ago

Labourer

at Drake New Zealand - Hamilton

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay

Temp-to-permanent opportunity with a growing, established dairy manufacturer
4 on / 4 off rotating roster with 12-hour shifts
Weekly pay, full PPE provided, and a supportive team environment

Temp-to-permanent opportunity with a growing, established dairy manufacturer
4 on / 4 off rotating roster with 12-hour shifts
Weekly pay, full PPE provided, and a supportive team environment

Hands-on process worker role in dairy manufacturing with 4-on/4-off roster, weekly pay, PPE provided, and potential for permanent work.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Fruit Inspector

at Zespri International Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Ensure premium kiwifruit meets export-quality standards
Support smooth export operations across the kiwifruit season
Work for an iconic New Zealand brand

Ensure premium kiwifruit meets export-quality standards
Support smooth export operations across the kiwifruit season
Work for an iconic New Zealand brand

Build hands-on experience in an operational environment, working with a supportive team where focus and attention to detail are key.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Agricultural Machine Operator

at Scott's Ag Contracting Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carterton, Wellington

$28 – $32 per hour

Family owned and operated business
Close knit team environment
Supportive owners and management team

Family owned and operated business
Close knit team environment
Supportive owners and management team

Fantastic opportunity for the right candidates to make a real difference in a true team environment.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Production Operator

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wiri, Auckland

Opportunity to work with a respected employer in a clean, modern environment
Immediate start in a convenient location.
No heavy lifting required in this short term role.

Opportunity to work with a respected employer in a clean, modern environment
Immediate start in a convenient location.
No heavy lifting required in this short term role.

Do you have previous production experience and an eye for detail? We are looking for a self motivated person who can set the pace!

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Experienced Forklift Operators

at Zealandia Horticulture

This is a Contract/Temp job

Belfast, Canterbury

Competitve hourly rate - 40+hours a week

Fixed term contracts - immediate start through to March 2027
40+ hours per week, including some 6am starts
Must have Forklift OSH Cert and a minimum of 1 year's experience

Fixed term contracts - immediate start through to March 2027
40+ hours per week, including some 6am starts
Must have Forklift OSH Cert and a minimum of 1 year's experience

We're looking for skilled Forklift Operators to work through the busy Spring/Summer season at our modern facility in Belfast, Christchurch

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Night & Graveyard shift - Plastics Manufacturing

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waitakere & West Auckland, Auckland

NZD 27 - 28 per hour, Weekly Pay

Great central location
Free parking available on site
Weekly Pay + PPE Provided

Great central location
Free parking available on site
Weekly Pay + PPE Provided

Night & Graveyard shift work with an industry leaading Plastics Manufacturer

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Production Floor Supervisor – Seafood Processing

at Westpac Mussels Distributors Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Henderson, Auckland

Lead a fast-paced seafood production team processing premium NZ Greenshell™ Mussels in a hands-on production supervisory role.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

20d ago

Listed eight days ago

Gift Box Maker & Warehouse Assistant

at The Gift Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Love working with your hands in a fast-paced team? Join NZ's leading gifting brand and help create beautiful unboxing moments.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Reach Truck Operator

at OneStaff Christchurch

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Islington, Canterbury

$26.00p/h + 8% holiday pay

Operate CROWN Reach Trucks
Consistent Afternoon Shift Available
Competitive rate - $26.00p/h + immediate start

Operate CROWN Reach Trucks
Consistent Afternoon Shift Available
Competitive rate - $26.00p/h + immediate start

Operate Crown Reach Trucks, pick orders, container devanning & general warehousing duties. Afternoon shift available.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12h ago

Listed nine days ago

Process Worker

at Asset Recruitment Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Aroha, Waikato

Mon to Fri, 40 hours

Monday–Friday roster (40 hours per week)
Based in Te Aroha
Work with a high-quality, globally recognised product

Monday–Friday roster (40 hours per week)
Based in Te Aroha
Work with a high-quality, globally recognised product

Pack & inspect premium honey products, maintain quality & safety standards in a supportive, fast-paced production team.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Production Operator

at IXOM Operations Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Competitive hourly rate

Work-life balance: consistent day shift with predictable hours.
Build hands-on skills in chemical manufacturing and equipment operation.
Join a global company with training, benefits, and career growth.

Work-life balance: consistent day shift with predictable hours.
Build hands-on skills in chemical manufacturing and equipment operation.
Join a global company with training, benefits, and career growth.

Join a global leader as a Production Operator—day shift, great team, and hands-on manufacturing experience with growth opportunities.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Production Worker

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waltham, Canterbury

$24.45/hour

Set night shift hours (Mon to Fri, 11:45pm to 8:00am)
Competitive pay at $24.45/hour, with potential for immediate start and job stabi
Secure, long-term position with a well-established manufacturer and room for gro

Set night shift hours (Mon to Fri, 11:45pm to 8:00am)
Competitive pay at $24.45/hour, with potential for immediate start and job stabi
Secure, long-term position with a well-established manufacturer and room for gro

Night shift factory role in Waltham, $24.45/hr. Machine operation & labouring. Reliable transport required. Long-term opportunity.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Forklift Operator

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

$28.00p/h + 8% holiday pay

Must Hold Current Forklift OSH Certificate + F Endorsement
Rolleston Location
Consistent Monday to Thursday Night Shift Hours

Must Hold Current Forklift OSH Certificate + F Endorsement
Rolleston Location
Consistent Monday to Thursday Night Shift Hours

Operating forklifts on NIGHT SHIFT, join a leading Rolleston animal feed manufacturer as a reliable storeman in a stable, well-established team

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed ten hours ago

Concrete Cutter Labourer

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 25 - 27 per hour

Start on $25/$26 p/h & train into a skilled trade
Fast track to $35+ p/h within 12 months
Full training, bonuses & career progression

Start on $25/$26 p/h & train into a skilled trade
Fast track to $35+ p/h within 12 months
Full training, bonuses & career progression

Labourer role with full training – fast track to $35+ p/h Cutter/Driller within 12 months. Great career pathway!

Recruited byHanne Quinn

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10h ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Inwards Goods Assistant

at Fred Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Auckland

Circa $28 hourly

Mon-Fri 7.30am to 5pm + Rosedale Location
Suit experienced warehouse person + may extend beyond 5 wks
Urgent start + must be available immediately

Mon-Fri 7.30am to 5pm + Rosedale Location
Suit experienced warehouse person + may extend beyond 5 wks
Urgent start + must be available immediately

This is an Inwards Goods Assistant temp role that may go permanent + requires experience & reliability + ASAP start

Recruited byLiz Beckett

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

22d ago

Listed ten days ago

Storeman

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manawatu

25 - 28 p/h

Monday to Friday role or shift work available
Full PPE provided
$25 - $28p/h

Monday to Friday role or shift work available
Full PPE provided
$25 - $28p/h

ALH are seeking reliable Storeman across the Manawatu region. Multiple roles available - must have forklift certificate (OSH)

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

Production Worker

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Plymouth, Taranaki

$24.00 - $26.00 p.h.

Immediate start!
Weekly wages straight into your bank account.
Multiple positions available.

Immediate start!
Weekly wages straight into your bank account.
Multiple positions available.

AWF are currently seeking reliable and hardworking Production Workers to join our client's growing teams on both the day and afternoon shift.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

9d ago

Listed seven days ago

Machine Operator

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Yaldhurst, Canterbury

Up to $30.00p/h - depending on experience

Consistent 4-on / 4-off nightshift roster (7pm - 7am)
Competitive pay $25-$30p/h (depending on direct experience)
Secure role with a well-established company offering career growth

Consistent 4-on / 4-off nightshift roster (7pm - 7am)
Competitive pay $25-$30p/h (depending on direct experience)
Secure role with a well-established company offering career growth

Operate machinery in a leading packaging firm in Yaldhurst! $25-30p/hr (depending on experience), 4-on/4-off roster - 12hr shifts.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

7d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Food Processing Workers

at Tech 5 Recruitment - Nelson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

NZD 24 - 26 per hour, Great culture

Competitive rate for the work, paid to you weekly
Casual work, it gives you flexibility and work/life balance
All appropriate safety clothing will be supplied to you for free

Competitive rate for the work, paid to you weekly
Casual work, it gives you flexibility and work/life balance
All appropriate safety clothing will be supplied to you for free

Come working casually for food processing businesses world famous, not only in New Zealand: making products you can be proud of!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

13d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Fixed Term Assembly Workers

at QJumpers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Fixed-term role until Sept 2026 – start ASAP!
Full training provided.
Consistent Mon to Fri daytime shift hours - 7am to 3.30pm.

Fixed-term role until Sept 2026 – start ASAP!
Full training provided.
Consistent Mon to Fri daytime shift hours - 7am to 3.30pm.

Start ASAP with Prepack! We’re after reliable Assembly Workers for a fixed-term role until Sept 2026.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

21d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Production Line Operator

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Experienced production line operator
Two days and Two nights rotating roster
Two work references

Experienced production line operator
Two days and Two nights rotating roster
Two work references

Production Line Operator

subClassification: Pickers & PackersPickers & Packers

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

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