07 August 2025

Line Techinician – 230pm -1030pm Shift

Job Outline

Keep our lines moving, our quality high, and our team thriving.

LeaderBrand is on the lookout for a reliable, hands-on Line Technician to support our Fresh Cut production team on the 2:00pm–10:30pm shift at our state of the art processing plant in Gisborne. This is a key operational role focused on maintaining efficient line performance, supporting operators, troubleshooting equipment, and helping deliver quality outcomes across the afternoon and evening.

If you’re mechanically minded, calm under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced team environment—this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

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About The Role

This hands-on role plays a key part in supporting production line performance during the 2:00pm–10:30pm (Taruheru) shift. You’ll work closely with operators to troubleshoot machinery, reduce downtime, and ensure smooth product changeovers and line setups. Minor maintenance tasks will be part of your daily routine, with clear escalation of any technical issues as needed. A strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance is essential, including adherence to GMP and HACCP standards. You’ll also collaborate with the production, engineering, and QA teams to resolve issues quickly and keep things running efficiently.

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About You

What You’ll Bring

  • Experience in a production, technical, or machinery-based role
  • Good mechanical awareness and fault-finding abilities
  • A calm, proactive approach to solving problems under pressure
  • Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
  • Physically fit and comfortable working in a cold, fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement
Why Join LeaderBrand?

Based in Gisborne, we grow, harvest, and supply fresh produce to families nationwide. As a family-owned company, we foster a strong whānau culture and support our people to grow, improve, and succeed. Please apply with your CV now.

Important to Know

To be considered for this role, you must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.