Warehouse Assistant - Laser Team

About the company

Founded in 1995, Vulcan is Australasia’s highest performing metals distributor and processor, delivering solutions that enable excellence. With 66 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.

About the Role

We’re looking for a reliable, hands-on team player to join our Stainless Laser Cutting Team.

This is a full-time, permanent position within our warehouse and production team, supporting our laser cutting operations.

This role involves loading and unloading materials onto laser machine, sorting and organising cut parts, and ensuring smooth workflow through the production process. For the right person, there is clear progression toward becoming a trained Laser Operator.

What You’ll Do

• Load stainless steel sheets onto laser cutting machines
• Sort, stack, and organise cut parts accurately
• Assist with packing and dispatch of completed orders
• Support machine operators to maintain production flow
• Perform quality checks on finished parts
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work environment
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes (training provided if required)
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm (40 hours per week)

• Experience in warehousing, manufacturing, or production
• Forklift experience preferred (overhead crane experience a bonus)
• Physically capable of manual handling tasks
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused
• A positive attitude with willingness to learn and grow
• Basic computer skills (training provided on internal systems)
  
  

• Supportive team environment where your contribution matters
• Clear pathway to become a Laser Operator
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Long-term career opportunities within a stable and growing business
• Access to Vulcan’s health and wellness programme
• The opportunity to represent a trusted industry leader

Ready to Join Us?
Click Apply Now to take the next step in your career with Vulcan. We’re excited to meet you!

Please note that you must be currently residing in New Zealand or have a valid work visa to be considered for this position.

We are committed to health and safety in our organisation. Due to the nature of this role & our business, a pre-employment medical and drug screen is part of the recruitment process for the successful person.