Kaimahi Maitai
Metal workers make patterns and moulds for metal castings, heat and hammer metal into shape, and repair metal parts and equipment.
Metal workers usually earn
$24-$29 per hour
Kaimahi Mīti/Mātaitai
Meat/seafood process workers process, grade and package meat, fish or shellfish for local and overseas markets. Some also slaughter animals.
Meat/seafood process workers usually earn
$49K-$86K per year
Kaimahi Tohitū Whakanao Kai/Inu
Food and beverage factory workers prepare ingredients, operate machinery, and bottle or package food and drink.
Food and beverage factory workers usually earn
$24-$25 per hour
Ringa Tapahi
Cutters lay out and cut fabric to make clothing and soft furnishings.
Cutters usually earn
$24-$26 per hour
Kaihangarau Pūeru
Garment technicians choose clothing fabrics and designs, and make sure clothes are made to quality standards.
Garment technicians usually earn
$49K-$70K per year
Kaiwhakamahi Pūrere Tuitui
Sewing machinists stitch together clothing, canvas for tents and awnings, and soft furnishings.
Sewing machinists usually earn
$24-$25 per hour
Kaiwhakarite Karaehe
Glass processors prepare and process sheets of flat glass into products such as windows and mirrors for installation in buildings and related structures.
Glass processors usually earn
$24-$36 per hour