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Machine Operator - Aluminium Extrusions

Vulcan
Hamilton, Waikato Region, New Zealand Posted Nov 5, 2026
Full-time

About this role

Looking for steady work, early finishes and a team that values hard work?

We're looking for an Extrusion Operator to join our Hamilton team on a permanent, full-time basis. You'll operate aluminium extrusion machinery, monitor product quality, and help keep production running safely and efficiently. Monday-Friday 6.30am to 2.30pm.

What you'll be doing

  • Operating and monitoring extrusion machinery
  • Carrying out quality checks and basic machine adjustments
  • Loading raw materials and monitoring production runs
  • Completing routine machine cleaning and maintenance
  • Following health and safety procedures at all times

Requirements

  • Experience operating manufacturing, production, extrusion or similar machinery

  • Ability to read and follow production specifications and work instructions

  • Experience carrying out machine set-up, adjustments and basic troubleshooting

  • Strong focus on quality and attention to detail

  • Forklift licence and experience advantageous

  • Physically fit and able to lift up to 25kg

  • Reliable with good attendance and a strong work ethic

  • A valid work visa or the right to work in New Zealand

  • Able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test

  • What's in it for you

  • Permanent full-time role with guaranteed hours and weekly pay

  • Health and wellbeing programme

  • Enhanced parental leave

  • Flat team structure with approachable, supportive leaders

  • Long-term stability with a trusted Australasian brand

  • About Vulcan

  • Founded in 1995, Vulcan is Australasia's highest performing metals distributor and processor, delivering solutions that enable excellence. With 69 sites and ~1300 employees across New Zealand and Australia, our sustained growth can be attributed to our superior service and dedication to continuous improvement across every facet of our business – and this always starts with people.

  • Sound like you?

  • Hands-on, reliable, and ready to work? Apply now!

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