Process Technician - Support

Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 16,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites.

As an integral part of Aliaxis – a global brand, we supply the New Zealand and Pacific markets with high-quality plastic pipes and fittings and building materials. We are proud to deliver renowned brands Marley, RX Plastics and Dynex to the New Zealand market.

We Are Proud Of Our Initiatives To Reduce Our Carbon Footprint, Continuing To Deliver The Best Solutions For Our Customers With Minimal Impact On The Environment And a Positive Impact On Our Community, And Looking For Passionate People That Want To Be Part Of Our Journey And Embrace The Behaviors That We Stand For

• We Dare to challenge the status quo; to innovate and to learn fast
• We Care for the environment, our customers and each other
• We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions

About The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Process Technician to join our recycling operations team at Marley’s Manurewa site. The role is responsible for coordinate the movement and processing of recyclable material through the granulator and mill and back into the extrusion process.

This is a hands-on technical role suited to an experienced Process Technician who can keep recycled material flowing efficiently back to production and can work independently with minimal supervision.

What will you do?

• Coordinate the movement of materials within the production area from the extruders to the crusher.
• Operate and monitor processing equipment and machinery.
• Ensure materials are processed according to production requirements.
• Maintain a continuous flow of materials to support operational efficiency.
• Monitor equipment performance and report any issues.
• Follow workplace health, safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and keep work areas clean and organised.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to meet daily targets.
• Assist with general production and processing activities as required.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a manufacturing, production, processing, or industrial environment is desirable.
• Ability to operate machinery and follow work instructions.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Forklift licence advantageous but not essential.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety, with the ability to promote safe work practices and a positive safety culture.
• A collaborative team player who builds positive working relationships across multiple departments and stakeholders.
• Open to learning, adaptable to changing timelines and priorities.

Why join us? We care

• Onsite parking, employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards
• Work for a business genuinely committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility
• Industry‑leading paid parental leave – 26 weeks paid primary carer leave and 4 weeks paid secondary carer leave
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Strong career development opportunities locally and globally
• Access to mentoring programs to support your growth
• A genuine commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• A safe work environment with a strong focus on Go for Zero

For more information about this role, please contact Harjot Dhody on +61 0419902624

Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company’s “Growth with Purpose” strategy.

For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

Just a heads up – we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation!