Wood Machinist

Wood Machinist 

Position:  Wood Machinist

Number of Positions: 2

Location: Otorohanga, Waikato

Company: Ingrained Timber Limited

Employment type: Full-time, Permanent

Minimum Hours of Work Per Week: 30

Regular Hours of Work Per Week: 45

Maximum Hours of Work Per Week: 50

About Us

Ingrained Timber Ltd has been manufacturing and remanufacturing timber products in Otorohanga since 1932. We’re a locally owned company, known for our safety standards, workmanship, and family-based team culture. We specialise in high-grade wood products for domestic and export markets. We operate a modern machining facility and are seeking a qualified or experienced Timber Machinist to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Set up, operate, and monitor specialised woodworking machinery used to cut, plane, shape, or profile solid timber products

·       Select, install, and adjust tooling and machine settings to meet production specifications

·       Monitor machining accuracy, tolerances, and surface finish during production runs

·       Interpret production requirements and timber specifications to ensure correct output

·       Identify and rectify minor machine faults and make operational adjustments

·       Carry out quality control checks on machined timber products

·       Complete basic production and quality records

·       Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area

·       Comply with all workplace health and safety requirements

Key Requirements:

·       At least 2 Years of Experience OR Level 3 Qualification.

Other Requirements

·       You must Pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Test

·       Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment

·       Strong commitment to workplace health and safety

·       Reliability and good work ethic

·       Ability to work independently and as part of a team

·       Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

·       Team-focused

·       Physically fit

·       The ability to work in a fast-paced environment

·       Detail Oriented

Hours & Conditions

·       Two-shift operation:

1.     Morning shift: 5:00 am – 2:30 pm

2.     Night shift: 2:30 pm – 12:00 am

·       Minimum Hours of Work Per Week: 30

·       Regular Hours of Work Per Week: 45

·       Maximum Hours of Work Per Week: 50
PPE and ongoing training provided.

Why Join Us

·       Secure, long-term employment with a respected New Zealand timber manufacturer.

·       Modern equipment, safe facilities, and supportive team culture.

·       Opportunities to progress within our operation.