Bakery Production Team Member

Enterprise Recruitment; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Enterprise Recruitment in Invercargill is seeking reliable, physically fit workers for full-time, permanent roles on production lines. You will operate machinery, assist with packing, wrap products, and handle ingredients in a clean, team-focused environment.

Shifts include 8- to 12-hour rosters with 40 hours per week and overtime. Previous bakery or food manufacturing experience is helpful, as height and reach are essential for product and equipment handling.

Qualifications

• Experience in bakeries or food manufacturing is preferred.
• Physically fit and able to lift and stand for long periods.
• Height and reach required for equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate production line equipment and manual handling.
• Pack, stack, and wrap products.
• Handle raw ingredients and maintain quality standards.

Job description

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Enterprise Recruitment – Invercargill, South Island

Be a part of a Southland success story – join a growing sector with stable year-round employment!

About the Company

Our client is New Zealand’s leading producer of premium frozen pastry, butter-based bakery goods, and sauces.

With a strong and stable base, they have been operating in Southland for over 25 years, and have a lineage of over 100 years; they’re here for the long term.

Promoting and maintaining a reputation for excellence, their products are enjoyed across Aotearoa and exported globally. This is a company that values craftsmanship, innovation, and its people.

Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move

Thanks to continued growth and increasing demand, we’re offering full-time, permanent positions across a variety of shifts. Whether you're skilled or semi-skilled, this is a chance to be part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll play a key role in helping meet production targets through tasks such as:

• Manual and machine operation on production lines
• Packing, stacking, and wrapping products
• Handling raw ingredients and food items
• Maintaining quality standards in a clean, team-focused setting

Shifts & Hours

• 40 hours per week (with overtime available)
• Rostered day and night shifts (8–12 hours)
• Enjoy regular3-day weekendsfor better work-life balance

What’s In It For You?

• Attractive hourly ratewith potential to earn more as you grow
• Flexible shiftsto suit your lifestyle
• Gain valuable experiencein the growing FMCG sector
• Supportive team culturewith ongoing training and development

Who We’re Looking For

If you’ve worked in bakeries, food manufacturing, or similar industries—or simply enjoy team oriented hands-on and physical work—this could be a great fit. Height and reach are essential to effectively manage product and equipment as well as regular lifting.

• Positive and reliable people with a strong work ethic
• Physically fit individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments
• People who take pride in quality and consistency

Location

Based in Invercargill city, withimmediate start datesavailable for the right candidates.