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A leading dairy processing company is looking for a dedicated Equipment Operator – Dry Side in Balclutha. This full-time role involves operating and optimising equipment to produce infant formula powder while ensuring high hygiene standards and meeting production targets. The ideal candidate has proven experience in food manufacturing. A competitive reward package and inclusive work culture are offered.
Danone Nutricia NZ is looking for a dedicated Equipment Operator – Dry Side to join our dynamic production team at our spray drying factory in Balclutha. You will be a key member of our Production team involved in the commitment to achieving business goals through attentiveness, adherence to procedures, and effective teamwork.
As an Equipment Operator – Dry Side, your primary responsibility will be the operation and optimisation of equipment to convert raw milk into infant formula powder. This includes monitoring product quality and ensuring consistent output that meets Danone’s stringent specifications.
This vacancy is a permanent full-time job, working in a rotating shift roster of 12-hour shifts, 2 days, 2 nights and 4 days off. Minimum guaranteed hours per week 42.
You will apply structured problem-solving techniques to address operational challenges and ensure smooth day-to-day production. As part of your responsibilities, you will issue and receive permits to work, coordinating maintenance and contractor activities safely within the production area. Maintaining a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the factory is essential, and you will be accountable for achieving powder production targets, ensuring the correct manufacturing of products, and upholding safe work practices at all times.
To be successful you will have:
We truly value our Danoners and strive to make their experience exceptional by creating a positive and fulfilling environment for everyone. Our unique benefits are designed to enhance the lives and provide genuine value.
We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition.
Danone ANZ focuses on dairy and specialised nutrition products for infants and adults and is proud to be awarded the Great Place to Work accreditation winner for ANZ in 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 – a globally recognised program where we feature as one of New Zealand’s top places to work.
We proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability at our company.