Full-Time Food Processing Machine Operator — Training

Serious Food Co; Waitakere Ranges; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time employment

Skills development

Modern equipment

Supportive team

Job summary

Serious Food Co is seeking a reliable Machine Operator to join our Henderson, Auckland team on a full-time basis. You will operate, monitor and maintain food processing machinery to ensure consistent quality and safety across production runs.

The role requires HACCP understanding, strong mechanical aptitude and meticulous attention to detail. You will work within a collaborative team to meet production targets while upholding high standards of food safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Machine Operator in food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety.
• Ability to read specifications and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate food processing machinery and equipment according to procedures and schedules.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality, adjust settings as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning to ensure safety and compliance.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to supervisors.
• Complete production records accurately and timely.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team and production manager to meet targets.
• Support continuous improvement and changeovers between runs.

Skills

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Reading docs

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Education

Machine operation certification

Food handling certificate

Job description

Serious Food Co is seeking a reliable Machine Operator to join our Henderson, Auckland team on a full-time basis. You will operate, monitor and maintain food processing machinery to ensure consistent quality and safety across production runs.

The role requires HACCP understanding, strong mechanical aptitude and meticulous attention to detail. You will work within a collaborative team to meet production targets while upholding high standards of food safety and compliance.