At AROA, our people come to work every day with passion and ideas that fuel our business and go home knowing they have made a real difference in the lives of others. AROA, which is Maori for ‘understanding’, is proudly New Zealand born and based. We develop, manufacture, and export innovative wound care products, improving the lives of millions around the world by unlocking extraordinary outcomes for our patients. Our mission is to be the global leader in regenerative healing, making our products and services accessible to everybody.  About the role: We’re looking for Production Technicians to join our Freeze Drying team. This role operates on rotating morning and afternoon shift, Monday to Friday, with some Saturdays, so flexibility across shifts is very important. You would also need to be available to work extra hours during busy periods.  Key Responsibilities: * Handle medical tissue samples carefully and prepare them for freeze-drying * Load and unload samples from freeze-drying machines following instruction * Keep trays, equipment, and your workspace clean to maintain high hygiene standards * Follow safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines * Work with your team to keep production running smoothly and support accurate records * Report any equipment or process issues and provide feedback to the team What you’ll bring: * Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment in a similar role  * A positive attitude and willingness to learn * Good written and verbal communication skills * Strong attention to detail * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * A reasonable level of physical fitness, including standing for parts of the day and lifting up to 25kg * Ability to perform repetitive tasks What we offer: At AROA NZ, we value our people and make sure working with us is rewarding, both professionally and personally. Here’s what you can enjoy as part of our team: * Health & Wellbeing – Free on-site gym and fitness classes, plus an annual paid health and wellbeing allowance. * Birthday Leave – A paid day off to celebrate your special day! * Convenient Location – Free carparking onsite at our Airport Oaks sites with easy motorway access. * Sustainable Travel Support – Fareshare public transport subsidy, WorkRide program, onsite bike shed, and electric bike charging stations. * Social & Team Culture – Join a social club and enjoy team events and activities in a supportive, inclusive workplace. * Career Growth & Impact – Be part of a mission-led company doing work that’s never been done before, with opportunities for learning, development, and real impact. Please note, we can only accept applications from candidates already residing and eligible to work permanently in New Zealand.