Dairy Packaging Operator — Rotating Shifts & Growth

Goodman Fielder Pty Limited; Palmerston North; Hybrid; NZD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodman Fielder New Zealand is seeking a Packer Operator at the Yoplait site in Palmerston North. The role operates and monitors packaging equipment to deliver high quality yogurt and dairy products in line with the production plan.

The position requires routine equipment checks, achievement of productivity targets and strong cleanliness standards around the plant. Shift pattern is Mon–Fri with rotating hours; the rate is $27.34 per hour plus penalties.

Qualifications

• Experience operating packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• FMCG experience preferred.
• Dairy processing experience desirable.
• Food manufacturing experience beneficial.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Forklift experience highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment for yogurt and dairy products following SOPs.
• Prepare materials for packaging and coordinate with the Storeman as needed.
• Operate forklift to transport pallets and keep machines charged and ready for use.
• Ensure packers are correctly set up and refilled with cases, labels and glue.
• Check labels, best before dates and packaging quality.
• Prepare fruit bags (including lifting up to 15 kg), write codes, fill fruit sheet and return bags to cool store.

Skills

Machine Operation

FMCG Experience

Dairy Processing

Food Manufacturing

Communication Skills

Forklift Experience

Job description

Goodman Fielder New Zealand is seeking a Packer Operator at the Yoplait site in Palmerston North. The role operates and monitors packaging equipment to deliver high quality yogurt and dairy products in line with the production plan.

The position requires routine equipment checks, achievement of productivity targets and strong cleanliness standards around the plant. Shift pattern is Mon–Fri with rotating hours; the rate is $27.34 per hour plus penalties.