Production Assembler

About ABB

ABB is a global leader dedicated to helping industries become leaner and cleaner through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our core values—care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration—along with a strong emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, are foundational to empowering individuals to create meaningful impacts worldwide.

Role Overview

Based in Napier, Hawke's Bay, you will play a vital role in supporting the production unit to meet its targets by strictly following established systems and processes. Your daily tasks involve operating machinery and equipment on the shop floor while interpreting technical diagrams and instructions to assemble various products, systems, or panels.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out different types of assembly tasks to produce semi-finished or completed products, systems, or panels, including packing when integrated with the production line.
• Execute work either manually or with light hand tools.
• Conduct routine quality checks as part of defined production procedures.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and maintain a tidy workspace.

Team Environment

The team thrives on collaborative problem-solving, mutual assistance, and a commitment to upholding high-quality standards to consistently achieve production objectives.

Location & Lifestyle

Relocate from Auckland's traffic to the relaxed, scenic Hawke's Bay region, famous for its world-class wineries and beautiful beaches, all within easy reach of the workplace. Join a technologically advanced facility and be part of a safety-first, cooperative team that contributes to sustainable solutions powering industries globally.

Reporting

This position reports directly to the Production Supervisor.

Candidate Qualifications

• Proven expertise in assembly tools, techniques, and manufacturing processes.
• Several years of experience in assembly work, including the ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, or instructions for systems, panels, or products.
• Skilled in using light hand tools and adhering to standardized procedures to ensure quality and operational efficiency.
• Strong attention to precision, quality control, teamwork, safety awareness, and ongoing process improvement.
• Relevant experience or formal qualifications related to manufacturing or similar fields.
• Proficient communication skills in English, notably in understanding technical content.
• Possession of a valid New Zealand work permit or visa permitting legal employment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to be part of a global technology leader focusing on sustainability, innovation, and continuous enhancements.
• Engage in a collaborative and safety-conscious workplace promoting personal and professional growth.
• Comprehensive medical coverage for employees and their families.
• Employer contributions to KiwiSaver retirement savings scheme.
• Generous superannuation plan.
• Stable, full-time, onsite employment in Napier with a reputable organization.
• Participate in meaningful projects that provide essential support to industries and communities.

About ABB Smart Power

ABB Smart Power specializes in energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure, and commercial facilities. Our technical teams collaborate closely with partners to deliver advanced products that enable rapid growth and support energy transition and sustainability goals. The portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starters, safety devices such as switches and relays, and energy-efficient UPS solutions for major data center operators. We also offer ABB Ability™ Energy Manager—a scalable platform designed to help organizations reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.

Additional Information

This role is part of the company's talent pipeline, meaning it is not open for immediate hire. We encourage enthusiastic and forward-thinking individuals to express their interest to be considered for future relevant opportunities. ABB is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to help create a smarter, cleaner future.