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Meat/Seafood Process Worker | Kaimahi Mīti/Mātaitai

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Meat/seafood process workers process, grade and package meat, fish or shellfish for local and overseas markets. Some also slaughter animals.

Dairy Processing Operator | Kaiwhakamahi Pūrere Hua Miraka

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Dairy processing operators oversee the operation of equipment used to produce a wide range of dairy products such as cheese, butter, yoghurt and milk powder.   

Mechanical Engineering Technician | Kaihangarau Take Pūkaha

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Mechanical engineering technicians help mechanical engineers design, develop, test and manufacture mechanical devices, including tools, engines and machines. 

Boat Builder | Kaihanga Waka

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Boat builders build, repair, and sometimes design boats and their interiors. This can include furnishings, engines, electrics and plumbing.

Industrial Designer | Kaitātai Ahumahi

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Industrial designers design and develop innovative products for use in homes, businesses and industry.

Food and Beverage Factory Worker | Kaimahi Tohitū Whakanao Kai/Inu

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Food and beverage factory workers prepare ingredients, operate machinery, and bottle or package food and drink.

Metal Worker | Kaimahi Maitai

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Metal workers make patterns and moulds for metal castings, heat and hammer metal into shape, and repair metal parts and equipment.

Chemist | Kairarau Matū

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Chemists study the make-up and behaviour of chemicals, and may use their findings to develop new products and processes.

Energy and Chemical Plant Operator | Kaiwhakahaere Rawa Pūngao, Rawa Matū

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Energy and chemical plant operators monitor, control and maintain machinery and equipment at industrial sites such as power stations.

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Ideas on how to relate science teaching to future careers and life beyond school.