Lean Manufacturing Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

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Manufacturing Quality Inspector

at PEC Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Marton, Manawatu

$70,000 – $75,000 per year

Privately Owned Company
Hi Tech Company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting Future

Privately Owned Company
Hi Tech Company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting Future

An exciting 6 month opportunity to development and implement robust processes and procedures for our manufacturing areas.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

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Factory Shift Workers – Fixed Term – Approx 3+months

at Galantai Plastics

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glendene, Auckland

$28.95 per hour

Hands-on factory role in plastic manufacturing involving packaging, machine operation, and production support.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

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Listed eight days ago

Factory Shift Workers – Fixed Term – Approx 3+months

at Galantai Plastics

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glendene, Auckland

$28.95 per hour

Hands-on factory role in plastic manufacturing involving packaging, machine operation, and production support.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

8d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Manufacturing Quality Inspector

at PEC Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Marton, Manawatu

$70,000 – $75,000 per year

Privately Owned Company
Hi Tech Company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting Future

Privately Owned Company
Hi Tech Company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting Future

An exciting 6 month opportunity to development and implement robust processes and procedures for our manufacturing areas.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

27d ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Production Assistant

at Stellar Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Avondale, Auckland

$26 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay

$26 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay
40 hours, 4 days per week with long weekends every week
Opportunity for growth and long-term stability

$26 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay
40 hours, 4 days per week with long weekends every week
Opportunity for growth and long-term stability

Production Assistant role in Avondale! Operate machinery, handle materials, and keep production moving in a busy manufacturing environment.

Recruited byJason Boot

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

23d ago

Listed three hours ago

QA Technician

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 32 - 35 per hour, $32-$35 Per hour

4-month contract with potential for ongoing work
QA inspections on precast concrete components
55–60 hours per week with regular overtime

4-month contract with potential for ongoing work
QA inspections on precast concrete components
55–60 hours per week with regular overtime

Join a leading precast team in a 4-month QA role with strong earning potential and the opportunity for ongoing work beyond the initial contract.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Construction(Construction)

3h ago

Listed two days ago

Production Specialist (6 months fixed term)

at JDE New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Otara, Auckland

Join NZ's most loved Coffee & Tea brands
Great People & Culture
Autonomy and Growth Potential

Join NZ's most loved Coffee & Tea brands
Great People & Culture
Autonomy and Growth Potential

We are looking for an machine operator to join our team on a 6 months fixed term basis.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Site Stabilisation Engineer - Contract position

at Madison Recruitment Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Six month Contract position
Full time hours on site in Tauranga
Pivotal role with a highly recognised global brand!

Six month Contract position
Full time hours on site in Tauranga
Pivotal role with a highly recognised global brand!

Ready to put your skills into practice in this pivotal Site Stabilisation project for a fast paced manufacturing client in Tauranga?

subClassification: OtherOther

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

13d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Food Manufacturing

at Equip People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$40-$45ph depending on experience

$40-$45ph depending on experience
Predominantly day shift work
Long-term opportunity within an established manufacturing operation

$40-$45ph depending on experience
Predominantly day shift work
Long-term opportunity within an established manufacturing operation

EQUIP People are looking for an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support plant reliability within a busy food manufacturing site.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Graduate - Operations

at Westland Milk Products

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Kickstart a global dairy career
Fast-track your growth with rotations, mentors & real projects
Make an impact from day one in a sustainable, innovative business

Kickstart a global dairy career
Fast-track your growth with rotations, mentors & real projects
Make an impact from day one in a sustainable, innovative business

Launch Your Career with Yili Oceania Operational Graduate Programme starting in February 2027!

subClassification: OtherOther

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

16d ago

Listed ten days ago

Junior R&D Scientist

at Precision Chroma

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ilam, Canterbury

We are looking for a R&D scientist/engineer to help develop and scale 3D-printed chromatography technology for biopharma manufacturing.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Production Worker

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Take charge of key production processes
Hands-on work with machinery
Keep operations running smoothly

Take charge of key production processes
Hands-on work with machinery
Keep operations running smoothly

Skilled Production Operators needed to run, monitor and optimise machinery, ensuring safe efficient output and top-quality results!

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Returns Coordinator

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$25.00 - $27.00

Monday-Friday | 7:30am-3:30pm
East Tamaki Location
Temporary Opportunity with Potential for Permanent Employment

Monday-Friday | 7:30am-3:30pm
East Tamaki Location
Temporary Opportunity with Potential for Permanent Employment

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Returns Administrator to join our client's busy returns department in East Tamaki.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

1d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Site Manager

at Motion Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

$45 -$60p/h depending on experience

Lead modular construction and installation projects in a hands-on Site Manager role with long-term project work

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

21d ago

Listed three days ago

QHSE Specialist (12-Month Fixed Term)

at Calibre Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

$100,000

South Auckland Location
Approx. $100,000 + Benefits
Global Logistics Business

South Auckland Location
Approx. $100,000 + Benefits
Global Logistics Business

Excellent opportunity to join a respected global organisation operating across freight, healthcare logistics, warehousing and supply chain.

subClassification: Occupational Health & SafetyOccupational Health & Safety

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Site Sanitation Lead

at Watties

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Lead Sanitation role in thriving food safety team. Develop processes, drive improvements, advance your career.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Commercial Project Manager - MRO

at Salus Aviation Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ardmore, Auckland

Exciting opportunity in Aviation
Progressive, rapidly growing company
Competitive Salary

Exciting opportunity in Aviation
Progressive, rapidly growing company
Competitive Salary

If you thrive in complex environments, driving outcomes and contributing to the future of aviation services then this role is for you!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed four hours ago

Engineering / Trades Assistant

at excudo

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Launch your mechanical engineering career with a hands-on role assisting our hydro power specialist team.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4h ago

Listed nine days ago

Inventory & Systems Manage

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

2-3 month interim contract role
Privately owned import/distribution company
Immediate start

2-3 month interim contract role
Privately owned import/distribution company
Immediate start

Short-term contract inventory & systems role. Immediate start. Manage imports, ordering, stock control and reporting.

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

9d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

CONTRACT Senior Planning & Materials Manager (ERP/PowerBI/AI)

at Sunstone Talent

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$80-$100 p/h 3-6 mth Contract+FreePark

Lead end-to-end planning, materials & supply chain ops using MRP/ERP systems
Own vendor strategy, demand forecasting and production scheduling with quality/s
Drive continuous improvement while ensuring NZ (& overseas) based delivery

Lead end-to-end planning, materials & supply chain ops using MRP/ERP systems
Own vendor strategy, demand forecasting and production scheduling with quality/s
Drive continuous improvement while ensuring NZ (& overseas) based delivery

Lead planning, materials & supply chain ops at a fast-growth business? Own strategy to execution with ERP, vendors & production to drive outcomes?

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

26d ago

Listed seven days ago

Energy Optimisation Analyst

at Woolworths NZ Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Favona, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive salary + team benefits

Two year fixed term opportunity
Hybrid working + geocery discount card + team benefits + car parking
Great opportunity to make a positive impact on our 2030 emissions goals

Two year fixed term opportunity
Hybrid working + geocery discount card + team benefits + car parking
Great opportunity to make a positive impact on our 2030 emissions goals

Drive energy efficiency and technical innovation across one of NZ’s largest retail networks

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager (fixed-term) - Wellington

at Department of Corrections

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$124,578 - $175,872 based on experience

Fixed-term opportunity available until 30 June 2027.
Wellington CBD based.
Join a close knit and supportive team.

Fixed-term opportunity available until 30 June 2027.
Wellington CBD based.
Join a close knit and supportive team.

Lead diverse, organisation-wide projects end to end, partnering with leaders to deliver future-focused outcomes for communities.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Operations and Inventory Manager

at SourceHR

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive Salary
Great working Envionment
Supportive team and great culture

Competitive Salary
Great working Envionment
Supportive team and great culture

Experienced Operations Manager managing end-to-end procurement, stock control, and supplier coordination in a fast-paced NZ operations environment.

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

15d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Production Print Provisioning Engineer

at Ricoh New Zealand Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Perks and benefits!
Team celebrations!
Recognition for the work you do!

Perks and benefits!
Team celebrations!
Recognition for the work you do!

Production Print Provisioning Engineer

subClassification: Engineering - HardwareEngineering - Hardware

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

29d ago

Listed eight days ago

Production Assistant

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

26 Per Hour + Paid Lunch Provided

3-Day Weekends Every Week + Paid Lunch Provided
Consistent 10-Hour Shifts + Stable Weekly Hours
Temp to Perm Opportunity + Supportive Team + Onsite Parking

3-Day Weekends Every Week + Paid Lunch Provided
Consistent 10-Hour Shifts + Stable Weekly Hours
Temp to Perm Opportunity + Supportive Team + Onsite Parking

Work 4 days, enjoy 3-day weekends, and gain hands-on manufacturing experience in a supportive team with consistent hours.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Manufacturing Assembler

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bromley, Canterbury

Dependent on Experience

Hands on role
Immediate start
Reputable company

Hands on role
Immediate start
Reputable company

Our client, Davin industries is currently looking for a reliable and detail-focused Assembler to join their day shift team.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

14d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Glass Processor

at Viridian Glass Limited Partnership

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

We are seeking Machine Operators to join our Highbrook Factory on a casual basis!

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

13d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Engineering Trade Assistant

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24 - $30 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay

Immediate start for the right candidate
Hand on engineering work
Short or long term opportunities

Immediate start for the right candidate
Hand on engineering work
Short or long term opportunities

Are you looking for a hands-on role in Mechanical Engineering that will give you valuable industry experience. We have short term or long-term

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed five days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Hands-on laboratory experience across product development and quality control
Opportunities available in both consumer healthcare and industrial coatings
Flexible temp assignments - part-time Pakuranga or full-time Mt Wellington

Hands-on laboratory experience across product development and quality control
Opportunities available in both consumer healthcare and industrial coatings
Flexible temp assignments - part-time Pakuranga or full-time Mt Wellington

Gain valuable hands-on industry experience within manufacturing and product development

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed three hours ago

Replenishment Practice & Capability Leads

at Foodstuffs North Island Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead the design of end-to-end replenishment practices (back dock to shelf)
Run plan – do – review cycles to test & refine ways of working
Work instore & alongside store teams to coach, retrain & uplift capability

Lead the design of end-to-end replenishment practices (back dock to shelf)
Run plan – do – review cycles to test & refine ways of working
Work instore & alongside store teams to coach, retrain & uplift capability

We have 2 fixed-term opportunities available - play a key role in strengthening & embedding best-practice replenishment across our retail network

subClassification: PlanningPlanning

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

3h ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Plastic Technician Wanted - Porirua based

at RobLawMax Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$28 - $30 p.h.

Stability + opportunity to grow your career in a growing industry
Learn valuable, in-demand technical skills
$28 - $30 per hour, based on experience

Stability + opportunity to grow your career in a growing industry
Learn valuable, in-demand technical skills
$28 - $30 per hour, based on experience

RobLawMax Recruitment is on the hunt for a skilled Plastic Technician to join our client's high-performing production crew in Porirua.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

17d ago

102 lean manufacturing engineer jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

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Manufacturing Quality Inspector

Factory Shift Workers – Fixed Term – Approx 3+months

Factory Shift Workers – Fixed Term – Approx 3+months

Manufacturing Quality Inspector

Production Floor Supervisor – Seafood Processing

Production Assistant

QA Technician

Production Specialist (6 months fixed term)

Site Stabilisation Engineer - Contract position

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Food Manufacturing

Graduate - Operations

Junior R&D Scientist

Production Worker

Returns Coordinator

Site Manager

QHSE Specialist (12-Month Fixed Term)

Site Sanitation Lead

Commercial Project Manager - MRO

Engineering / Trades Assistant

Inventory & Systems Manage

CONTRACT Senior Planning & Materials Manager (ERP/PowerBI/AI)

Energy Optimisation Analyst

Project Manager (fixed-term) - Wellington

Operations and Inventory Manager

Production Print Provisioning Engineer

Production Assistant

Manufacturing Assembler

Glass Processor

Engineering Trade Assistant

Laboratory Technician

Replenishment Practice & Capability Leads

Plastic Technician Wanted - Porirua based

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