Electronics Assembler & Warehouse Assistant

Electronics Assembler & Warehouse Assistant


Company
Aviat Networks
Location
Wellington, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
13 days ago
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Job Description
About the Role: The Electronics Assembler & Warehouse Associate will be responsible for the assembly of electronic and mechanical hardware. Assembly tasks will mostly relate to building a modular product while performing traceability actions such as registering and allocating module serial numbers to an order.Additionally, this role will be responsible for the packaging and book collections for outgoing goods. Inventory control including receipt and store of incoming goods and performing stock takes. Responsibilities:Assembly of mechanical components and integration of electronic hardwareSystem allocation of modules to provide traceabilityIssuing pick lists and assisting in picking materials from warehouse for daily buildsAssemble material for outgoing goodsPack material for outgoing goodsOrganize courier collection of outgoing goodsReceipt and storage of incoming goodsInventory monitoringEnsuring that quality targets are achievedContinuous improvement in quality, capacity and costsMaintain a clean and tidy work environmentOther duties as assigned.Qualifications & Competencies:Small mechanical tools knowledgeAbility to read and understand documentation associated with the assembly process. This includes assembly instructions and design change orders (DCOs)Attention to detailMechanical assembly skills, electronics knowledge and forklift license, desirableAbility to work with different people across a team effectivelyExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsHands on attitude

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As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, the adult minimum wage for welders in New Zealand is NZ$26.00 per hour effective 1 April 2026. Welders under 18 receive NZ$20.80 per hour with no youth rates applying after age 16. Overtime rates start at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 40 hours per week.
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As per Immigration New Zealand, overseas welders need a Straight to Residence visa or Accredited Employer Work Visa valid for up to 3 years if they hold ANZSCO skill level 3 qualifications. Applicants must earn at least NZ$29.66 per hour and provide a job offer from an accredited employer before 31 December 2026.
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