Wood Processing Industry

Machine Operator

Gross salary in New Zealand is

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80% of people earn:

40K - 79K NZD

10% earn less lthan 40K NZD

10% earns more than 79K NZD

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Salaries in the survey are expressed in gross.

Based on the Paylab.com salary survey, 80% of people on the Machine Operator position in the New Zealand earn between 40,104 NZD and 78,612 NZD annually gross.

10% of employees earn less than 40,104 NZD and 10% of people earn more than 78,612 NZD.

The survey is based on data from employees, cleaned of extreme and duplicate values.

Description of job position

Operating and monitoring various machinery and equipment used in wood processing and production.
Setting up machines for production runs, including adjusting settings and calibrating equipment.
Conducting routine inspections and maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Collaborating with team members to meet production targets and quality standards.
Troubleshooting and resolving equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
Maintaining a clean and organized work environment in compliance with safety regulations.
Recording production data and machine performance metrics for reporting purposes.
Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
Assisting in training new employees on machine operation and safety protocols.
Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.

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Position Machine Operator - Wood Processing Industry in the labour market

In the salary ranking,
the job position takes

730. place

Women representation in position

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Average age of respondent by position

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813. place

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729. place

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