Christchurch’s #1 provider of temporary manufacturing and food production staff
Sidekicker connects thousands of Christchurch manufacturing and food production businesses with top-tier temporary staff to combat the demand of seasonal peaks.
2,000+ customers
750,000+ shifts completed
95% fill rate
We have thousands of Christchurch-based manufacturing and food production staff ready to go
Machine Operator
Production Worker
Assembly Line Operator
General Labourer
Forklift Driver
Pick Packer
Customer Service
Brand Ambassador
Admin Assistant
Machine Operator
$683
Production Worker
$630
Assembly Line Operator
$512
General Labourer
$568
Forklift Driver
$683
Pick Packer
$568
Customer Service
$476
Brand Ambassador
$350
Admin Assistant
$440
Machine Operator
$683
Production Worker
$630
Assembly Line Operator
$512
General Labourer
$568
Forklift Driver
$683
Pick Packer
$568
Customer Service
$476
Brand Ambassador
$350
Admin Assistant
$440
Machine Operator
$683
Production Worker
$630
Assembly Line Operator
$512
General Labourer
$568
Forklift Driver
$683
Pick Packer
$568
Customer Service
$476
Brand Ambassador
$350
Admin Assistant
$440
Qualified, productive & reliable manufacturing and production staff
Comprehensive screening
Every Sidekick passes our rigorous screening process, including interviews, document checks, OH&S, and tailored inductions. Whether you need machine operators, assembly line workers or more, our process ensures you get the best of the best.
Staff profiles drive accountability
Unlike traditional manufacturing and production staffing agencies in Christchurch, you have the power to choose who works for you. Our Sidekicks are rated and reviewed after each shift, with their reliability score and relevant experience displayed on their profiles.
Talent pools drive retention
Put your favourite Sidekicks in talent pools and send shifts directly to them so you see the same faces over and over.
Quick and simple to use
Industry-leading fill rates
Looking to quickly hire a temporary production line worker? No problem! Make a request at any time of day or night, and it is instantly sent to available Sidekicks, making our fill rates faster than traditional manufacturing and production staffing agencies in Christchurch.
You’re in control
Choose to select Sidekicks from available operations staff or have our system do it for you.
Here every step of the way
Our 24/7, 365-day local support team is there to support you, whenever you need it.
Pay less for more
Save 30% on manufacturing & food production staffing fees
Unlike regular Christchurch-based manufacturing and production staffing agencies, we don’t operate a branch network or require recruiters to meet all your needs. Our commitment to innovation allows us to pass cost savings on to you.
Set the rates you want to pay
Our pricing engine allows you to control what you’re paying for your manufacturing and production staff.
Improved compliance
Digital compliance systems give you security that your manufacturing and production staff are qualified, safe to work, and being paid correctly.
Gain access to skills tested Sidekicks, like the ones below!
Sidekicker provide quality staff and digital tools that solved key challenges we’d been facing with our casual labour operation. They now provide us with 250-300 daily workers across our sites.
Pact Group
Sidekicker services businesses in a growing number of cities across New Zealand
Don’t take our word for it
Sidekicker helps local Christchurch manufacturing and production businesses deal with the ever-changing demands for staff by combining a high-quality workforce, with powerful tooling, real-time data, and insights.
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Sidekicker provide quality staff and digital tools that solved key challenges we’d been facing with our casual labour
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Case studies
Frequently asked questions
Can you handle transition staff?
Sidekicker’s systems makes it super easy to transition staff and we offer discounted pricing for these staff. Unlike a traditional temporary staffing agency this is all completed via our platform.
Do you offer a permanent hire option?
Yes, our smarthire product allows you to try out Sidekicks and offer a permanent role at significant reductions compared to traditional temporary staffing agencies.
Can you work with large complex workforces?
Yes! Sidekicker works with some of the largest businesses in the industry. We can customise our delivery and platform to suit your needs whether it be for 20 Sidekicks or 200.
How do you pre-screen staff?
All temporary staff are screened by our specialist onboarding team and must create a detailed profile listing their experience and any certifications. Unlike a traditional temporary staffing agency you are able to see all of this information before accepting them onto your premise.
How does pricing work?
Sidekicker charges a service fee on top of the hourly rate to the worker, superannuation and other statutory charges. Pricing is clearly stated before you submit your booking request.If you have large or recurring needs we can offer custom pricing. We often find we can save our customers up to 30% compared to traditional temporary staffing agencies.