Are you a reliable and motivated individual with strong warehouse skills? Matthews Packaging & Hygiene is looking for a proactive Warehouse Assistant to join our team in Mangere. This is a full-time, hands-on role where you’ll be involved in the complete flow of goods from receiving and managing inventory to preparing orders for dispatch. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have excellent forklift skills, and take pride in accurate, efficient work, we want to hear from you.
Company Overview
Matthews Packaging and Hygiene has been a trusted leader in New Zealand’s packaging and hygiene supply industry since 1998. Starting from humble beginnings, we’ve grown into a substantial operation with multiple Auckland warehouses and our own distribution fleet. We pride ourselves on solving complex packaging challenges for our clients and maintaining a culture built on teamwork, initiative, and excellence. Joining MPH means becoming part of a stable, growing company that values its people.
Key Responsibilities
You will be a key player in our daily logistics operations. Your core duties will include:
- Handling all aspects of warehouse workflow, including accurate receiving of inbound goods, precise inventory management, and efficient order picking and dispatch.
- Safely operating both reach trucks and counterbalance forklifts to move, locate, and load stock.
- Maintaining high standards of stock accuracy through careful data entry and systematic counting.
- Ensuring the warehouse is kept organised, clean, and safe, adhering strictly to all health and safety protocols.
- Working collaboratively with the team to meet daily deadlines and support the smooth running of all warehousing functions.
- Assisting with occasional overtime as required to fulfil customer commitments.
Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate who brings both skill and a great attitude. The essentials for this role are:
- A current forklift licence with proven competency operating both reach trucks and counterbalance forklifts.
- Physical fitness and the ability to work efficiently in a manual warehouse environment.
- Strong computer literacy, numeracy skills, and accuracy in data entry.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- A reliable, self-motivated work ethic with a positive “can-do” approach.
- A clean, full driver’s licence and New Zealand residency or valid right to work.
- MPI Accreditation is preferred, but not essential for the right candidate.
- All successful applicants must pass a pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screen) and a Police check.
Benefits and Perks
Joining the MPH team comes with tangible benefits, including:
- A stable, full-time role with consistent Monday to Friday hours (6:00 am – 4:30 pm).
- Competitive remuneration and opportunities for occasional overtime.
- A competitive hourly rate between $27.00 and $35.00.
- Comprehensive on-the-job training in our specific systems and processes.
- The chance to be part of a supportive, well-established NZ-owned business.
- A professional and safety-focused working environment.
How to Apply
If you have the skills we need and are ready for a rewarding warehouse career, please apply via Seek. Submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience meets our requirements. We will review all applications and be in contact with suitable candidates to progress to the next stage. We look forward to receiving your application.


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