Shift Process Operator Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Aug 2026

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Process Technician / Process Operator

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brand-new food manufacturing process
Opportunity to impact the future of food production
Immediate start available

Join the future of food innovation! You'll be at the forefront of operating new food-processing technologies to make a plant-based protein.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

Featured•Expiring

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at Draft NZ Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Competitive Payrate +*% Holiday Pay

💰 Excellent Rate$ - AM or PM shifts available with plenty of overtime
🎯 Attitude matters more than experience - full training provided
🚀 Multiple roles - real career pathway with a major NZ brand

Multiple immediate openings across AM and PM shifts. Attitude matters over experience. Full training, real pathway, one of NZ's biggest building brand

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

Featured

Listed ten days ago

Trainee Chemical Process Operator

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

Hands-on role in a modern manufacturing facility
Long-term career opportunities with a global company
Immediate start available

Kick-start your career in chemical manufacturing with paid training, expert mentoring, and real opportunities to grow

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Process Technician / Process Operator

at Leaft Foods Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Brand-new food manufacturing process
Opportunity to impact the future of food production
Immediate start available

Join the future of food innovation! You'll be at the forefront of operating new food-processing technologies to make a plant-based protein.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Packing Line Operator

at Express Employment Professionals Auckland NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Henderson, Auckland

$26.00 - $28 p.h.

West Auckland Location
Night Shift 2 pm to 11.30 pm
Weekly Pay + 8% holiday pay

Night Shift job 2.00 pm to 11.30 pm. $26-28 + 8% holiday pay per hour. Must have manufacturing experience

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Process Workers

at HAYES METALS

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

Awesome opportunity for a hard working and motivated individual.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Packing Operator | FMCG Manufacturing | East Auckland

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

Earn while you build your career
Work with quality products
Supportive team and great culture

Immediate start! Secure a temp-to-perm role with career development, great team culture, and consistent day shifts.

Recruited byRisiti Samaauga

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

17d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Process Worker

at Drake New Zealand - Hamilton

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay

Opportunity to gain experience in the Dairy Industry
Potential for Permanent work
Weekly pay cycle & Competitive Hourly Rate

Production Operators wanted across Waikato dairy sites. Seasonal roles with great pay, flexible shifts, training and career opportunities.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Machine Operator Night Shift

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waitakere & West Auckland, Auckland

NZD 27 - 30 per hour

Competitive Rates
Ongoing Work
Weekly Pay = Kiwi Saver

Operate & monitor plastic injection moulding machinery. Inspection & quality checks. Trim, assemble and pack products as required

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed five days ago

Production Technicians - Fixed Term

at Aroa Biosurgery

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

Be part of a growing kiwi success story
Onsite gym and fitness classes
Free carparking and easy access to motorway

Join AROA and be part of our mission-led culture, to unlock regenerative healing for everybody.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

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at Draft NZ Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Competitive Payrate +*% Holiday Pay

💰 Excellent Rate$ - AM or PM shifts available with plenty of overtime
🎯 Attitude matters more than experience - full training provided
🚀 Multiple roles - real career pathway with a major NZ brand

Multiple immediate openings across AM and PM shifts. Attitude matters over experience. Full training, real pathway, one of NZ's biggest building brand

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Plant Operator

at PGG Wrightson Seeds

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tinwald, Canterbury

$28.50 – $30 per hour

Join a passionate team driving innovation in New Zealand’s agricultural future.
Develop your career in a leading agritech company
Subsidised Income Protection, Health and Life Insurance

Come join PGG Wrightson Seeds as a Plant Operator on a Fixed Term Basis with a great team, competitive hourly rate

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty four days ago

Shift Production Operator

at Ice Point

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$28 – $32 per hour

A great hands on shift production role for an energetic and reliable candidate.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed fifteen days ago

Senior Operator

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pukekohe, Auckland

$32-$38 depending on experience + Annual Bonus

Lead from the front in a state-of-the-art waste oil processing plant
Hands-on mechanical and process role with real ownership of plant performance
Annual profit share and genuine long-term career development

Apply your mechanical aptitude or manufacturing operations experience in one of New Zealand's newest waste oil recycling facilities.

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Production Operator - Manufacturing | East Tamaki

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Work with a friendly, collaborative team.
Monday to Friday, day shift hours.
Secure a long-term opportunity with a pathway to permanent.

Join a supportive East Tamaki team, put your batching & blending skills to work, and build your future in a growing industry!

Recruited byRisiti Samaauga

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

22d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Production Assistant

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$26 per hour + 8% holiday pay
40 hours across 4 days - enjoy a long weekend every week
Free lunch provided daily

Join a fast-paced manufacturing team where your work keeps production moving and makes a real impact. This is a great opportunity for someone hands-on

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

Experienced Knife Hand

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Monday to Friday - no weekend work
6:00am to 2:30pm shifts
$26.00 per hour + 8% holiday pay

We are currently seeking an experienced Knife Hand / Meat Processing Machine Operator to join a busy, well-established food manufacturing operation ba

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Cold Store Production Operator

at ALH Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24

Join A Supportive Team With PPE, Clothing & A Strong Focus On Your Safety!
Full Training Provided - No Previous Experience Necessary!
Early Starts, Long-Term Opportunities & Great Potential To Grow!

We are looking for motivated Cold Store Warehouse Pickers to start work ASAP. Full training provided with competitive pay and opportunities to grow.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Seasonal Sample Processing Operators - Christchurch

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Islington, Canterbury

No experience? No Problem! Full training provided

Full training provided
Entry level role in the dairy sector
Join us and experience peak dairy season!

Opportunity to earn as you learn! Play a part in driving the future of dairy in NZ. Rotating shift work is required.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Machine Operator (PB3)

at Laminex NZ

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Be Part of a Trusted New Zealand Brand
Join a High-Performing Production Team
Fixed-Term Opportunity

Join our Laminex Taupō site, operate and optimise equipment, troubleshoot issues, and help drive high-performing production.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Sample Processing Operators - Seasonal

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Riverlea, Waikato

Experience the buzz of peak dairy season!

Seasonal role for peak dairy season!
Great team environment
Fast paced and busy role.

Join a friendly and supportive team environment. Play a part in driving the future of dairy in NZ. Shift work is required.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Dispatcher / Production Worker

at Whangarei Drycleaning Co Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Seeking a motivated and reliable Dispatcher / Production Worker to join our team.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

17d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Production Staff/Operators

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Great pay. Great team. Great opportunity!
Operate machinery. Drive production
Put your production skills to work

Ready to power production? Join a leading production team, operate cutting-edge machinery, earn great pay, and grow your career!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

16d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Assembler of Prosthetic Hands

at Taska Prosthetics

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

An innovative company that enhances people's lives.
Support global customers & end users.
Caring and collaborative team based in Christchurch

A rare opportunity to join a world-leading company specialising prosthetic solutions as an Assembler of Prosthetic Hands.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Forklift Operator - General Freight

at Motion Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

$26.00 - $28.00 + 8% Holiday Pay

Stable ongoing work with immediate start opportunities
Regular work hours + weekly pay + 8% holiday pay
Join a respected NZ transport company with strong long term growth opportunities

Experienced Forklift Operator + Working in a Fast Pace Transport Yard + NZ Owned Company + Weekly Pay

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Production & Packing Operator

at Drake New Zealand - Hamilton

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lansdowne, Wellington

$24 - $25 p.h.

Fast paced food manufacturing team
Build valuable hands-on skills
Make a real impact every day

Versatile food production operator working across manufacturing, packing, quality, and equipment to deliver safe, efficient, high-quality products.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Machine Operator

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burnside, Canterbury

$25

Burnside Location
Ongoing work, Day Shift
Industry Training provided

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Machine Operator to join our clients production team

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Production Supervisor

at Leaft Foods Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Brand-new food manufacturing process
Opportunity to impact the future of food production
Dynamic team and collaborative environment

Join the future of food innovation! You'll be at the forefront of running a new manufacturing process to make innovative plant-based proteins.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Experienced Forklift Operators

at Zealandia Horticulture

This is a Contract/Temp job

Belfast, Canterbury

Fixed term contracts - immediate start through to March 2027
40+ hours per week, including some 6am starts
Must have Forklift OSH Cert and 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)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago