Enzyme Production Process Operator (GMP, 6‑Month)

Affco New Zealand; Eltham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

RENCO in New Zealand is seeking a reliable Process Operator to join our manufacturing facility in Eltham. You will operate processing equipment, monitor production parameters, and help ensure safe, high‑quality enzyme-based products used in food manufacturing.

The role requires good attention to batch documentation, adherence to GMP and safety requirements, and collaboration with Quality, Maintenance and Supervisory teams. Shift work including nights or weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience as Process Operator or similar.
• Familiarity with GMP, hygiene and food safety.
• Able to follow batch documentation and quality systems.
• Physically fit for a manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn specialised rennet and enzyme processes.
• Willingness to work in shifts including nights/weekends if required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment per batch instructions.
• Handle raw materials and process of rennet and related products.
• Monitor critical process parameters and escalate deviations.
• Maintain accurate production, quality and traceability records.
• Perform cleaning, sanitation (CIP) and changeovers.
• Adhere to food safety, health & safety, and environmental requirements.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance and Supervisory teams.
• Participate in shift work as required.

Skills

GMP awareness

Quality systems

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

RENCO in New Zealand is seeking a reliable Process Operator to join our manufacturing facility in Eltham. You will operate processing equipment, monitor production parameters, and help ensure safe, high‑quality enzyme-based products used in food manufacturing.

The role requires good attention to batch documentation, adherence to GMP and safety requirements, and collaboration with Quality, Maintenance and Supervisory teams. Shift work including nights or weekends may be required.