Whakatane Mill Limited continues as one of the Whakatane District’s largest employers manufacturing folding boxboard for a global packaging market. Located in the ultimate outdoor destination, with ocean, lakes, rivers, bush and the related activities all within a stone’s throw, what better place to gain some work-life balance? Working with us means enjoying a great remuneration and benefits package, and an awesome team of people to work with.
Reporting to the Quality & Compliance Lead, our team of process Quality Testers work in a demanding heavy industry manufacturing environment. This position is part of the WML collective employment agreement and follows a rotating shift roster.
The role involves collecting and analysing paperboard and process samples, reporting results, calibrating equipment, and supporting claims investigations. Responsibilities include conducting physical testing, collating and reporting results, and assisting with departmental product and process development activities. The position works closely with paper machine operations, requiring you to help maintain machine uptime as needed.
The required attributes and experience in a successful applicant include:
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic and commitment to quality
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated, capable of working independently and without supervision
- Accurate reporting required.
- Able to work autonomously or in a team as required.
- Maintains a high level of integrity
- Skilled in collating and analysing information
- Willingness to adapt to changing environment and learn new skills as required.
- Contributes positively to a high-performing team
- Physically fit, able to stand and walk for most of a 12-hour shift
- Holds a formal qualification in a science-related or similar field
- Has prior experience in laboratory or quality assurance testing
Successful applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug test prior to any offer of employment. Whakatane Mill Ltd is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply, please submit your CV and Cover Letter via SEEK. If you have any questions about the role please email careers@wml.biz. Applications close 7 February 2025 or sooner if the right candidates are found – so be in quick!
