Production Operator – – Food

Do you have experience working as a machine or production operator in the food manufacturing industry and are looking for an opportunity to step up? 

This multi-national food manufacturer is looking for a Production Operator to assist the team in the food production. Although starting as a temporary position, this position has great long term potential as well as future opportunities to develop into more senior roles with the company.  

Highlights of this role:

• Opportunity to develop your career in leadership, and drive quality and efficiency
• Great future potential to pivot into larger roles in the future.
• Driving continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes

About the role:

• Follow the production plan and recipes to assist in the blending and cooking process, making adjustments as neccessary.
• Assist with line set up and pre-operational checks of form seal machines. 
• Adhere to food safety and quality standards, completing all relevant documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 1-2 years experience in a food manufacturing environment, ideally with exposure to bulk weighing and blending of ingredients as per the production recipe.
• Physically fit with the capacity to lift 25KG repeatedly.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail and mathematical skills to ensure quality standards are met.
• Flexibility to work on the night shift and adapt to changing production schedules
• Understanding of production machinery and maintenance procedures
• Passion for continuous improvement and a commitment to quality

The working hours are from 06.00pm to 16.30am Monday to Friday with occasional overtime hours on a Saturday. 

If you are interested in applying for this role, we prefer you to apply directly to this posting rather than emailing. 

Sarah Coad – Senior Consultant 
sarah@scitex.co.nz