Experienced Rendering Operator

AFFCO; Awarua; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading meat processing company in Awarua, New Zealand, is seeking a Rendering/Effluent Operator. This position is crucial for ensuring effective department operation and involves maintaining the area alongside the Rendering Supervisor. Candidates should have experience in a rendering environment or food manufacturing, strong organisational and communication skills, and a commitment to health and safety. Weekend and shift work may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or engineering is also acceptable.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Work well within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the department operates effectively.
• Assist with maintenance in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Implement new systems as necessary.

Skills

Relevant experience in a rendering environment

Organisational skills

Effective communication

Computer literacy and administrative experience

Commitment to Health and Safety

Job description

South Pacific Meats provides the world with New Zealand’s finest premium lamb products for all to experience and enjoy. We serve over 80 markets globally, supported by an operation which includes twelve processing plants throughout New Zealand.

SPM sources top-quality, sustainable, grass-fed, New Zealand Lamb products from our network of farmer suppliers. We are 100% New Zealand-owned and operated and a proud member of the Talley’s Group; New Zealand’s leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products.

Job Description

The Rendering/Effluent Operator plays a key part in ensuring that the department is operating effectively. You will also work with the RenderingSupervisor to ensure any maintenance of the area is carried out in a timely and cost effective manner alongside implementing new systems when appropriate.

Occasional call out and weekend/shift work will be required for this permanent position.

Qualifications

The successful applicant will demonstrate the following:

• Relevant experience; preferably in a rendering environment. Experience in food manufacturing or engineering would also be considered.
• Organisational skills and the capability to cope with a variety of priorities and demands.
• Communicate effectively and work well within a team
• A good standard of computer literacy and administrative experience
• A strong commitment to Health and Safety

Additional Information

To ensure a safe workplace, AFFCO engage in pre- employment medical checks and drug screening. By applying for this role, you agree to undertake the necessary pre-employment screening.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Job Location