Polymer Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Development Chemist

This is a Full time job

Work across multiple chemistries — not limited to one product line
Family-owned global business exporting to 30+ countries
Hands-on lab role with mentorship from an experienced technical team

Work across multiple chemistries — not limited to one product line
Family-owned global business exporting to 30+ countries
Hands-on lab role with mentorship from an experienced technical team

Join a global marine coatings leader. Hands-on R&D role spanning formulation, testing & real-world application — early-career chemists welcome

subClassification: Materials SciencesMaterials Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Continuous Improvement Lead

at Galantai Plastics

This is a Full time job

Glendene, Auckland

$110,000 – $120,000 per year

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

If you are someone who enjoys improving systems, engaging people, and delivering meaningful operational change, we would love to hear from you.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

Featured

Listed seventeen days ago

Development Chemist

at Propspeed International Limited

This is a Full time job

Glendene, Auckland

Work across multiple chemistries — not limited to one product line
Family-owned global business exporting to 30+ countries
Hands-on lab role with mentorship from an experienced technical team

Work across multiple chemistries — not limited to one product line
Family-owned global business exporting to 30+ countries
Hands-on lab role with mentorship from an experienced technical team

Join a global marine coatings leader. Hands-on R&D role spanning formulation, testing & real-world application — early-career chemists welcome

subClassification: Materials SciencesMaterials Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Machine Operator

at Godfrey Hirst NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Manukau, Auckland

Do you have practical engineering or mechanical experience and looking for a new career? We have an exciting opportunity as a Tufting Mechanic.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

15d ago

Listed two days ago

Continuous Improvement Lead

at Galantai Plastics

This is a Full time job

Glendene, Auckland

$110,000 – $120,000 per year

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

If you are someone who enjoys improving systems, engaging people, and delivering meaningful operational change, we would love to hear from you.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

2d ago

Listed two days ago

PLASTIC Material Tech- Consider Chemical Batchmaker

at Insight Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Point Chevalier, Auckland

$30 – $38 per hour

Get a foot in the door with an industry Leader.Suit an exper plastic Tech/Operator or person with Chem/Paint or Food batch making expertise.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Plastics Process Technician

at Kaipak Limited

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Day shift role with overtime available, modern Ashburton manufacturing facility

Day shift role with overtime available, modern Ashburton manufacturing facility

Set and optimise machinery, solve production problems, and deliver quality food packaging in a modern manufacturing environment.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

10d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Senior Development Chemist — Protective & Solvent-Borne Coatings

at Index Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Glendene, Auckland

$98,000 – $110,000 per year

Senior hands-on coatings role with real product development impact
Broad solvent-borne and protective coatings development scope
Join a growing technical team shaping next-generation coatings

Senior hands-on coatings role with real product development impact
Broad solvent-borne and protective coatings development scope
Join a growing technical team shaping next-generation coatings

Senior coatings chemist role in Auckland. Formulation, testing and scale-up across protective and solvent-borne coating systems.

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

23d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Quality Control Technician

at ESPlastics

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$25 – $30 per hour

ES Plastics is experiencing a period of significant growth with new projects to keep this role interesting.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

13d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Quality Control and R&D Technologist

at Ardex New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Woolston, Canterbury

Global Company with a local feel
Great company culture
Learn and grow with the Company

Global Company with a local feel
Great company culture
Learn and grow with the Company

Drive quality and innovation at ARDEX - hands-on QC & R&D role shaping high-performance products with real impact and career growth.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

17d ago

Listed two days ago

Team Member

at Strata Plastics (2013) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

If you have a can do attitude and are looking for a challenge, we want to hear from you!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Production Co-ordinator

at Craft Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

$65,000 per year

Early start early finish
Awesome team culture
Opportunities to develop

Early start early finish
Awesome team culture
Opportunities to develop

An enviable role for an experienced production person who is keen to continue learning, sharing their knowledge and being part of a great team

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Trainee Injection Molding Technician

at Furntech Plastic Ltd

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Engineering career seeker
Technical Robot programming
Qualified Technician

Engineering career seeker
Technical Robot programming
Qualified Technician

We are looking for an energetic Engineering career seeker to be trained as an Injection Molding Technician.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Plastics Fabricator

at APD Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Master Your Craft with the Market Leader,
Where Your Hard Work Meets High Reward.

Master Your Craft with the Market Leader,
Where Your Hard Work Meets High Reward.

Master your craft with the market leader, where your hard work meets high reward!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

6d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Compliance Lead

at HOW Solutions Limited

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

$100,000 – $120,000 per year

Key leadership role with real influence across the business
Opportunity to lead ISO certification and continuous improvement initiatives
Supportive and collaborative leadership team

Key leadership role with real influence across the business
Opportunity to lead ISO certification and continuous improvement initiatives
Supportive and collaborative leadership team

Bring your H&S, Quality, Regulatory & ISO experience to a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on safety and improvement.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

11h ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemist

at Alleva Animal Health

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Expand your skills in analytical method development, validation and testing of new and existing veterinary pharmaceutical products

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19d ago

Listed ten hours ago

Injection Moulding Process Engineer

at Tekplas 2025 Limited

This is a Full time job

Tamahere, Waikato

Competitive pay rate - based on skills and experience| Paid rest & meal breaks.
Modern and clean work environment - cleanroom facility
Great team environment| Positive work culture

Competitive pay rate - based on skills and experience| Paid rest & meal breaks.
Modern and clean work environment - cleanroom facility
Great team environment| Positive work culture

Experienced Injection Moulding Process Engineer to develop and optimise moulding processes in a highly automated manufacturing environment.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

10h ago

Listed one day ago

Laboratory Technician

at WSP New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Be part of a global community of professionals who work on landmark projects
Excellent career development opportunities
Great benefits, including shares scheme and health insurance

Be part of a global community of professionals who work on landmark projects
Excellent career development opportunities
Great benefits, including shares scheme and health insurance

Our Petone laboratory is looking for a recent graduate to join our Pavements and Materials team as a Laboratory Technician.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Composite Apprenticeship – Rowing Skiffs

at SL Racing

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Join SL Racing and help build world-class rowing boats used by athletes around the globe

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Plastics Production Operator

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Hamilton, Waikato

Monday - Friday hours

Production Operator - Injection Moulding Plastics Operator
Full training and support provided
Join the team at Cirtex Industries in Kopu, Thames

Production Operator - Injection Moulding Plastics Operator
Full training and support provided
Join the team at Cirtex Industries in Kopu, Thames

Reliable, practical, and hands-on person required to join our Cirtex team as a Production Operator - Injection Moulding

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

9d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Site Technician

at Propspeed International Limited

This is a Full time job

Glendene, Auckland

$60,000 – $65,000 per year + bonus + many benefits

Work hands-on with the world's #1 marine foul-release coating brand
Be part of a tight-knit team exporting to 30+ countries worldwide
Varied, active work — no two days the same in this field-based role

Work hands-on with the world's #1 marine foul-release coating brand
Be part of a tight-knit team exporting to 30+ countries worldwide
Varied, active work — no two days the same in this field-based role

Join the world leader in marine foul-release coatings — hands-on, active work with a passionate team making a global impact.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

9h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Digital Print & Finishing Expert

at Polymer Systems International Ltd

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

$25 – $30 per hour

Hands-on print and finishing role for detail-focused operators who take pride in quality work done right first time.

subClassification: Printing & Publishing ServicesPrinting & Publishing Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Plant Chemist

at New Zealand Pharmaceuticals

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Healthcare and insurance benefits
Wellbeing initiatives

Healthcare and insurance benefits
Wellbeing initiatives

We’re looking for a Plant Chemist to provide advanced technical expertise across chemical manufacturing processes and to strengthen our product.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Plastic Technician – Injection Moulding

at Pal Manufacturing Limited

This is a Full time job

Pokeno, Waikato

$28 – $33 per hour

Hands-on technician role in injection moulding. Great training, stable full-time work, and clear career progression.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Plastics Production Operator

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Kopu, Waikato

Monday - Friday hours

Production Operator - Injection Moulding Plastics Operator
Full training and support provided
Join the team at Cirtex Industries in Kopu, Thames

Production Operator - Injection Moulding Plastics Operator
Full training and support provided
Join the team at Cirtex Industries in Kopu, Thames

Reliable, practical, and hands-on person required to join our Cirtex team as a Production Operator - Injection Moulding

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

10d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Quality Control Specialist - GMP Laboratory

at AQUI-S NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Convenient Lower Hutt location
NZ company, global supplier
Well established and successful business

Convenient Lower Hutt location
NZ company, global supplier
Well established and successful business

Join a successful New Zealand owned business manufacturing veterinary medicines.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Workshop Technician

at Advanced Personnel Services Ltd

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

$30 – $35 per hour, in line with experience

Stable, successful NZ company
Fun, friendly and diverse team
Interesting work - no 2 days the same

Stable, successful NZ company
Fun, friendly and diverse team
Interesting work - no 2 days the same

Seeking a Technician for a hands-on and physical role, in Onehunga. Full training is provided for a practical, reliable candidate who's keen to learn.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Boat Building Roles - Composite Technician or Spray Painter Finishing

at Laszlo Boats NZ

This is a Full time job

Matangi, Waikato

$30 – $45 per hour

Build high-performance rowing boats with Laszlo Boats NZ. Hands-on training, real craftsmanship, and a rare trade to grow into.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

20d ago

Listed ten days ago

Marketing & Brand Lead

at Polymer Systems International Ltd

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

$75,000 – $95,000 per year

Own campaigns, websites, ecommerce and content across multiple growing brands. Practical, hands-on marketing role based in Napier.

subClassification: Brand ManagementBrand Management

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

10d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Toolmaker - Fibreglass Laminator & Mould Maker

at ARB Corporation

This is a Full time job

Te Rapa, Waikato

Standard four-day week
Great culture and learning on the job.
Excellent staff discounts across the ARB Group

Standard four-day week
Great culture and learning on the job.
Excellent staff discounts across the ARB Group

ARB are looking for fibreglass laminators to build, repair and maintain the moulds and tooling behind production

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

15d ago

Listed seven days ago

Foam department

at david shaw furniture

This is a Full time job

Addington, Canterbury

Opportunity for career growth and skill development within a dynamic industry Collaborative and supportive work environment

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

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

7d ago

Listed four hours ago

Kairuruku | Research Fellow

at Victoria University of Wellington

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Gracefield, Wellington

$91,738 to $107,600 per annum

Benefits include staff discounts at leading retailers
Join New Zealand’s first-ranked university for research
Develop your career in a collegial and collaborative environment

Benefits include staff discounts at leading retailers
Join New Zealand’s first-ranked university for research
Develop your career in a collegial and collaborative environment

Contribute to cutting-edge research at Paihau – Robinson Research Institute on a two-year contract.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4h ago

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