Powder Packing Operator - Dairy Manufacturing, Fast-Paced

Open Country Dairy Ltd; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Modern manufacturing facilities

Job summary

Open Country Dairy Ltd in Whanganui, NZ, seeks a hands-on Packing Operator to join our powder production team. You will operate and monitor packing equipment, support storage, and help ensure quality, safety and efficient dispatch of milk powder products.

The role involves warehouse support, plant cleaning and related tasks as required. Experience in dairy manufacturing or powder packing is desirable, with forklift licence advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, processing, warehousing or food production environment.
• Strong commitment to health, safety and quality standards.
• Good problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer literacy and accurate record keeping skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Operate powder packing and palletising equipment.
• Monitor product quality and food safety requirements.
• Complete production and dispatch documentation accurately.
• Load, unload and move product and materials.
• Support ingredient and packaging storage activities.
• Maintain high housekeeping and hygiene standards.
• Identify and report process improvements and operational issues.
• Contribute to a strong health and safety culture.

Skills

Manufacturing

Health & safety

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Forklift licence

Dairy/powder packing

Job description

Open Country Dairy Ltd in Whanganui, NZ, seeks a hands-on Packing Operator to join our powder production team. You will operate and monitor packing equipment, support storage, and help ensure quality, safety and efficient dispatch of milk powder products.

The role involves warehouse support, plant cleaning and related tasks as required. Experience in dairy manufacturing or powder packing is desirable, with forklift licence advantageous.