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What we believe in

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the unit in achieving the set production targets by adhering to the systems and processes. Each day, you will use machinery and equipment on the shop floor. You will also showcase your expertise by reading and interpreting the technical diagrams/instructions for assembly of products/systems/panels.

The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite.

 
This role is contributing to the Production Manufacturing team in Napier.

Main stakeholders are IPU Leader, Planning and Fulfilment Team, Manufacturing Engineers and Quality and Production Development Team.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Conducting all types of assembly work to produce semi-finished or final products/systems/panels, including the packing where integrated with production lines.

Performing work manually or by using light hand tools.

Carrying out regular quality testing as part of a defined production process.

Operating within standard operating procedures and maintaining a clean work area.

Our team dynamic is collaborative, with a focus on efficient problem-solving, mutual support, and maintaining high-quality standards to meet production goals.

You will join a dynamic, a highly-performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

This position reports to the Production Supervisor.

Qualifications for the role

You are highly skilled in working with assembly tools, methodologies, and processes relevant to the manufacturing industry.

Demonstrate established skills with number of years in assembly operations, including reading and interpreting technical diagrams, instructions, or blueprints for systems, panels, or products.

Highly adept in operating light hand tools and following standardized operating procedures to ensure quality and efficiency.

Passionate about precision, quality control, and teamwork, with a keen focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Proven experience or formal qualification in manufacturing or related fields.

At ease communicating and understanding technical requirements in English.

You hold a valid New Zealand work permit or visa, allowing you to work legally in the role

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams

work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.