Job Description

At AROA, our people come to work every day with passion and ideas that fuel our business and go home knowing they have made a real difference in the lives of others.

AROA, which is Maori for ‘understanding’, is proudly New Zealand born and based. We develop, manufacture, and export innovative wound care products, improving the lives of millions around the world by unlocking extraordinary outcomes for our patients. Our mission is to be the global leader in regenerative healing, making our products and services accessible to everybody.

About the role:

We are looking for Production Technicians to join our manufacturing team on a 6-month fixed-term contract In this hands-on role, you will support the day-to-day production of high-quality medical products, ensuring all activities are completed safely, accurately, and in line with our quality standards and regulatory requirements.

We have Multiple Opportunities available across two key production teams:

Freeze-Drying Team
Prepare tissue samples for the freeze-drying. This role requires working rotating morning and afternoon shifts, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work as required. Due to the nature of this role, an additional allowance is provided.

Cutting & Primary Packaging Team:
Process and package medical tissue products, operate specialized equipment, accurately count and reconcile products. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with occasional early starts on Fridays and additional hours as required.

Other Key responsibilities:

• Perform manufacturing activities in line with company procedures, quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements
• Operate equipment and complete manual and semi-automated production tasks accurately
• Complete production documentation, batch records, equipment logs, and electronic records with a high level of accuracy
• Perform product inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance and consistency
• Identify and escalate production issues, deviations, or quality concerns
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised production environment
• Work collaboratively with your team and support cross-training across production areas
• Follow all health, safety, and regulatory requirements

About you

You’ll be a reliable team player with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality. You’ll enjoy working in a structured manufacturing environment where following processes and maintaining high standards are essential. Along with:

• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions and procedures
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computer skills and confidence completing documentation
• The ability to work on your feet for extended periods and complete some physical tasks (including lifting up to approximately 15kg)
• Flexibility to work on rotating shifts and weekend work as required

What we offer:

At AROA NZ, we value our people and make sure working with us is rewarding, both professionally and personally. Here’s what you can enjoy as part of our team:

• Health & Wellbeing – On-site gym and fitness classes
• Convenient Location – Free carparking with easy motorway access.
• Sustainable Travel Support – Fareshare public transport subsidy, onsite bike shed, and electric bike charging stations.
• Social & Team Culture – Join a social club and enjoy team events and activities in a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Please note, we can only accept applications from candidates already residing and eligible to work permanently in New Zealand.