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With a purpose of “generating a sustainable future for all”, Juice Products New Zealand Limited (JPNZ) is a market leading vegetable and fruit processing company located in Timaru, and owned by Sumitomo Group (one of Japan’s major integrated trading and investments business enterprises). JPNZ produces high quality natural juice concentrates, juices and puree products which are exported to Japan, Taiwan, USA and Australia.
Maintenance Assistant
MaintenanceJoin a Global Leader in Natural Goodness
Maintenance Assistant Role - Seasonal Fixed Term
$30 to $32 per hour - 24hrs per week.
Juice Products New Zealand (JPNZ) is a leading processor of fruit and vegetables, producing premium juices and concentrates for global markets. Proudly based in Timaru and backed by Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation, we combine local heart with international reach. We’re growing — and we want you to grow with us.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Perform routine greasing and maintenance of machinery within the WYMA and Grading Rooms
- Sharpen and rebuild knife sets for dicers to maintain performance and efficiency
- Follow workplace safety practices, including hazard and incident reporting, safe work procedures, and participation in emergency evacuations
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven mechanical fitting experience
- Excellent fabrication and machining skills
- Knowledge of maintenance & engineering principles
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Organisation & time management skill
- Able to work unsupervised
- Food manufacturing industry knowledge is a bonus - but not essential!
Ready to Make a Real Impact?
Apply now and be part of a company that’s proud to deliver Healthy Natural New Zealand Goodness to the world — one batch at a time.
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OUR CURRENT EXPORT LOCATIONS
Outside of New Zealand, we export to Australia, Cameroon, China, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and the USA.
